The Impact of Public Policy Theories on Society and Governance

The video explores various theories of public policy, including elite theory, group theory, institutionalism, incrementalism, and rational choice theory. It explains how these theories provide insights into the formulation, implementation, and evaluation of public policies. The video also touches on additional theories like the Advocacy Coalition Framework and Policy Output Analysis, emphasizing the complexity of policy-making and the importance of understanding different theoretical perspectives.

What is the primary focus of public policy?

• To create confusion among citizens

• To promote individual interests over societal needs

• To address societal issues and achieve desired outcomes

• To entertain the public

According to the Elite Theory, who holds the decision-making power in society?

• A small group of elites

• The general public

• Interest groups

• International organizations

What does the Group Theory suggest about policy-making?

• It is determined by international laws

• It is solely based on economic factors

• It is influenced by interest groups

• It is driven by individual leaders

Which institutions are considered significant in shaping public policy according to Institutionalism?

• Media outlets

• Non-governmental organizations

• Legislatures, courts, and government departments

• Private corporations

What does the Incremental Theory propose about policy changes?

• They are unpredictable and random

• They are always radical transformations

• They happen incrementally over time

• They occur suddenly and drastically

Which theory suggests that policy changes are based on feedback and evaluation?

• Group Theory

• Incremental Theory

• Elite Theory

• Rational Choice Theory

How does the Rational Choice Theory view policy makers?

• As rational actors weighing costs and benefits

• As individuals who ignore public opinion

• As irrational actors

• As solely driven by economic constraints

What is the main focus of the Advocacy Coalition Framework?

• To evaluate bureaucratic processes

• To prioritize individual interests

• To form coalitions based on shared beliefs

• To analyze economic impacts

What does the Policy Output Analysis examine?

• Theoretical frameworks

• The actual implementation and impact of policies

• The influence of international organizations

• The role of media in policy-making

What is a common theme among the theories discussed in the video?

• They disregard the role of institutions

• They emphasize the complexity of policy-making

• They prioritize economic outcomes over social ones

• They all focus on individual decision-making