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An economic and political ideology that advocates for the collective ownership of the means of production and the absence of social classes.
A socio-economic theory developed by Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels, emphasizing the struggle between the working class and the capitalist class.
A political theory derived from the teachings of Vladimir Lenin, focusing on the establishment of a vanguard party to lead the proletariat in a revolution.
The political and economic policies implemented by Joseph Stalin, characterized by totalitarianism, central planning, and rapid industrialization.
A variant of Marxism-Leninism developed by Mao Zedong, emphasizing the role of peasants and rural revolution in achieving communism.
A political pamphlet written by Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels, outlining the principles and goals of communism.
An economic system in which the government controls the production, distribution, and pricing of goods and services.
The process of combining individual farms or enterprises into collective units, often seen in communist countries to promote agricultural production.
A system in which the government makes decisions regarding the production and allocation of resources in an economy.
The conflict between social classes, particularly the working class and the capitalist class, as described in Marxist theory.
The working class, who do not own the means of production and must sell their labor to survive.
The capitalist class, who own the means of production and exploit the labor of the proletariat for profit.
An economic system characterized by public ownership of the means of production and the distribution of goods and services based on need.
A transitional stage in Marxist theory, where the working class holds political power and suppresses the bourgeoisie.
A sociopolitical movement in China led by Mao Zedong, aiming to preserve communist ideology and remove capitalist and traditional elements from society.
An economic and social campaign in China led by Mao Zedong, aiming to rapidly transform the country from an agrarian economy to an industrialized one.
A period of geopolitical tension between the Soviet Union and the United States, characterized by ideological conflict and proxy wars.
The collapse of communist regimes in Eastern Europe and the Soviet Union during the late 1980s and early 1990s.
Contemporary political movements that advocate for communist principles and seek to establish socialist societies.
A political party that advocates for the establishment of a communist society and the implementation of communist policies.
The transfer of wealth from the rich to the poor, often through taxation and social welfare programs, as advocated by communist ideology.
The rights and protections afforded to workers, including fair wages, safe working conditions, and the right to organize and bargain collectively.
A group of dedicated revolutionaries who lead the proletariat in overthrowing the capitalist system and establishing communism.
The principle of equal rights and opportunities for all members of society, regardless of their social or economic status.
An economic system in which the government determines production targets, resource allocation, and distribution of goods and services.
A society in which there are no social classes or economic inequalities, as envisioned by communist ideology.
The body of ideas and principles that guide revolutionary movements, including strategies for achieving social and political change.
The unity and cooperation among communist and socialist movements worldwide, based on the shared goal of achieving a classless society.
A revolution led by the working class to overthrow the capitalist system and establish a socialist or communist society.
The ownership and control of key industries and resources by the state, as advocated by communist ideology.
A philosophical framework used in Marxist theory, emphasizing the role of material conditions and class struggle in driving historical change.
The theory that the value of a commodity is determined by the amount of socially necessary labor required to produce it, as proposed by Marx.
The awareness and understanding among the working class of their exploitation and the need for revolutionary change.
An ideal society characterized by common ownership of the means of production, absence of social classes, and the principle of 'from each according to their ability, to each according to their needs.'
The period of societal transformation from capitalism to communism, involving the establishment of a socialist state and the construction of socialist institutions.
The plan and tactics employed by revolutionary movements to achieve their goals, including mass mobilization, armed struggle, and political organizing.
An international organization founded by Lenin to promote communist revolution and coordinate the activities of communist parties worldwide.
A state governed by a communist party, implementing communist policies and working towards the establishment of communism.
The principle of equal distribution of wealth and resources in a socialist society, ensuring that everyone's basic needs are met.
The individuals or group of individuals who provide guidance and direction to a revolutionary movement, often through ideological and strategic leadership.
The set of beliefs, values, and principles that underpin communist theory and guide communist movements.
A revolution aimed at establishing a socialist society, characterized by public ownership of the means of production and the redistribution of wealth.
An economic system in which the means of production are owned and controlled by the state or the community as a whole.
The dissemination of information and ideas to promote revolutionary goals and mobilize support for revolutionary movements.