(Online Course) Public Administration for IAS Mains Exams
Topic: Public Policy: State Theories & Public Policy
In Max Weber’s influential definition, it is that organization that has a “monopoly on the legitimate use of physical force within a given territory.” In thus includes such institutions as the armed forces, civil services or state bureaucracy, courts, and police.
Pluralistic Public Policy
Classical Pluralism: Public policy represents all sections which works for the benefit of all. It is not based towards interests of any particular group and is Sensitive interests of whole society. Pressure group activity plays the most important role in Public Policy.
Neo-Pluralistic
Certain groups are more influential in policy making exercise. Public policy is not impartial and is biased in favour of some. Public policy is the product of relative strengths of various pressure groups and interests of the state public policy further the interests of the business class. It also furthers the state’s interests.
Public Policy of Capitalist State
Marxist: Public policy carries the interest of the bourgeoisie.
Neo Marxist: Public policy is influenced by the powerful groups among the bourgeoise. More powerful groups among the bourgeoise are able to influence the policy in the favour.
Public Policy of Marxist State
- Public Policy is egalitarian and provides equal benefits to all sections.
- There is no discrimination and no incentives are given to business class. Public Policy is directed towards more equality.
