🗳️ap comparative government review

Government Intervention

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 examWritten by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025

Definition

Government intervention refers to the involvement of the state in shaping policies and taking action to influence socio-economic conditions within a country. It can range from direct regulations and laws to indirect measures such as subsidies or tax incentives.