A social welfare state refers to a type of governing in which the state plays a key role in protecting and promoting social well-being of its citizens through direct benefits like healthcare or indirect benefits like tax-funded education.
Imagine if your school provided not only education but also free meals, health check-ups, counseling services etc., all funded through your parents' taxes. That would be similar to how a social welfare state operates on a larger scale.
Social Security: A system where the government provides monetary assistance to people with an inadequate or no income, a key component of a social welfare state.
Universal Healthcare: A health care system in which all residents of a particular country or region are assured access to health care. It is one of the goals that social welfare states aim to achieve.
Progressive Taxation: This is a tax system where the tax rate increases as the taxable amount increases. It's often used in social welfare states to fund public services.
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