Which one of the following is NOT true of socialism ?
Socialists analyse society in terms of income distribution
It emphasises the centrality of community
Socialists believe that class divi-sions in society are a fact and therefore irremediable
It believes that material benefits should be distributed on the basis of need
Answer is Wrong!
Answer is Right!
This question was previously asked in
UPSC CAPF – 2020
– Option B is true: Socialism emphasizes the collective or community over the individual, advocating for social welfare and community control of resources or production.
– Option C is false: While many forms of socialism, particularly Marxism, acknowledge the existence and conflict of classes (like the bourgeoisie and proletariat), a core goal is to overcome these divisions and move towards a classless society or one with significantly reduced class distinctions. They see class divisions as a consequence of economic systems (capitalism) that can and should be remedied.
– Option D is true: A common principle in socialist thought is the distribution of resources and benefits based on need, contrasting with capitalist principles of distribution based on contribution or market forces.