Historical Dynamics and Theoretical Concepts of the Formation of the Welfare State
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https://doi.org/10.52340/splogos.2025.03.06Keywords:
Welfare State, Social Policy, European Models, Historical Development, Social JusticeAbstract
The formation of the welfare state represents one of the most significant developments in the history of modern political theory and socio-economic evolution. The origins of the welfare state are rooted in European political thought, where the principles of human dignity and social equality gradually evolved into the concept of state social responsibility. Its emergence is historically linked to the rise of industrial society, economic crises, and the growing demand for social justice. This article analyzes the major stages in the evolution of the welfare state from early philosophical prototypes (Plato, Aristotle, Thomas More, Campanella) to modern models such as the Bismarckian, Beveridgean, and Scandinavian systems. The research discusses the theoretical foundations, historical dynamics, and influence of these models on contemporary social policy formation.
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