Left vs. Right: A Global Comparison

Left-Wing Ideologies

-Core Beliefs: Concerns priorities of social justice, economic rights and the state’s part in resolving social problems.
-Key Policies: A taxation that is progressive, a comprehensive welfare system, a vigorous trade unionism, and control of economic activities by the state.
-Global Examples: SWEDEN, NORWAY, UK, Social Democratic parties in Europe, Labor Party.

Right-Wing Ideologies

-Core Beliefs: Concerns with personal freedoms, limited government and the mechanism of natural competition.
-Key Policies: Until mid century, these issues included lower taxes, lesser regulation, superior national defense.
-Global Examples: Republican party in the US, Conservative party in the UK, the Liberal Democratic party in Japan.

Social Issues in India

1. Poverty and Inequality:

-Left-Wing Solution: Technological advancement, education for progressive taxation, substandard house and health care services, and unions for reasonable remuneration.
-Right-Wing Solution: Liberalize the economy and reduce the tax burden because this way one can create new jobs and increase wealth.

2. Education:

-Left-Wing Solution: Invest more in public education and expand access of college schooling or reduce fees; provide equal learning prospects.

-Right-Wing Solution: Promote the private sector approach in Education and School Empowerment, School Choice and Performance Indicators.

3. Environmental Protection:

-Left-Wing Solution: Use full blown environmental friendly laws, adhere to use of green power, and support green development agendas.
-Right-Wing Solution: Market mechanisms, including carbon trading and carbon taxes, and stimulate technological advancement as ways to overcome environmental problems.