WORLD HISTORY

HISTORY

THE INDUSTRIAL REVOLUTION

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Laissez-faire capitalism as attributed to Adam Smith called for
A
heavy taxation of manufacturers
B
strict government control of the economy
C
minimal government involvement in the economy
D
government investments in major industries
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The laissez-faire theory mainly advocates government non-intervention. Economic theorist Adam Smith believed that the optimal functioning of markets needed minimal government intervention.

Detailed explanation-2: -Laissez-faire capitalism is an economic theory of a free market economy. Laissez-faire theory rejects government intervention and calls for hands-off economic policies. Laissez-faire advocates for market forces to drive fair economic systems.

Detailed explanation-3: -In laissez-faire policy, the government’s role is to protect the rights of the individual, rather than regulating business in any way. The term ‘laissez-faire’ translates to ‘leave alone’ when it comes to economic intervention. This means no taxes, regulations, or tariffs.

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