Conservatism
Conservatism is a political ideology emphasizing tradition, established institutions, and gradual rather than rapid social change, developing significantly as a response to Enlightenment-era political change.
Emphasizing the wisdom embedded in established traditions and institutions over rapid revolutionary change, this significant political ideology developed partly in direct response to Enlightenment-era political upheaval.
Emphasizing Tradition and Established Institutions
Conservatism emphasizes tradition and established institutions, generally favoring gradual rather than rapid social and political change.
A Response to Enlightenment-Era Change
Conservatism developed significantly partly as a response to Enlightenment-era political upheaval, including reactions to revolutionary political movements.
Valuing Gradual Social Change
Conservative political philosophy generally values gradual social change over rapid revolutionary transformation, emphasizing institutional continuity and stability.
Diverse Contemporary Conservative Traditions
Conservatism encompasses diverse contemporary traditions across different countries, reflecting varying specific cultural and historical contexts.
