General Welfare
/ˌdʒɛnərəl ˈwɛlfɛr/
Definitions
- (n.) A principle in constitutional and statutory law referring to the government's role in promoting the health, peace, morality, education, and economic well-being of its citizens.
The government enacted new policies to improve the general welfare of the population.
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- general welfare
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Commentary
Often cited in constitutional provisions as a basis for government action; interpretation varies with context and judicial review.
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