Which of the following is or are an example of "state paternalism"?

A) licensing requirements
B) restrictions on therapies and treatments paid for by governmentally sponsored health insurances such as Medicare or Medicaid
C) restrictions on the use of government research funds
D) all of these choices

State Paternalism

The practice of the government to restrict the freedom and responsibilities of individuals for their own good.

Licensing Requirements

The set of qualifications and conditions that individuals or entities must meet in order to legally practice certain professions or activities.

Government Research Funds

Government research funds are financial allocations provided by governmental bodies to support scientific, academic, or technological research and development.