Begunstigede

Begunstigede is a Danish term used to describe people or groups that receive favorable treatment, support, or benefits under a policy, law, or program. Grammatically, begunstigede is the plural form of the past participle begunstiget and can function as a noun meaning "the beneficiaries" or as an adjective describing something that has been made advantageous to someone. The related verb is begunstige, meaning to favor, subsidize, or assist.

In public policy and administration, begunstigede groups are defined to target resources or exemptions. Examples include welfare schemes where begunstigede families receive subsidies, or tax legislation that grants relief to begunstigede pensionister or studerende. The use of the term implies a distinction between those who benefit under a measure and others who do not, and discussions about begunstigede treatment can raise questions of targeting, fairness, and efficiency.

Etymology and usage notes: begunstigede stems from begunstige (to favor or assist) with the participle form used as a noun or adjective. In official and media language the term is neutral, though it may appear in political debate where targeting and distribution of benefits are discussed. Related forms include begunstige (verb), begunstigende (favorable in tone or ongoing), and begunstigelse (the act or process of benefitting).

See also: begunstige, begunstigende, begunstigelse, beneficiaries.