One Nation Conservatism
The paternalistic tradition within conservatism that accepts social reform and welfare provision to maintain social cohesion, prevent class conflict, and preserve the established order.
Real World
Harold Macmillan's 1950s government built over 300,000 council houses per year and resisted privatising the NHS — a practical expression of One Nation duty to prevent Britain fracturing along class lines.
Exam Focus
Always trace One Nation Conservatism back to Disraeli and the paternalistic obligation of elites — vague references to 'social reform' without this context lose marks.
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