Maoism
Definition
Maoism is a political ideology based on the teachings and beliefs of Chinese leader Mao Zedong. It emphasizes revolutionary struggle, class struggle, and egalitarianism.
Analogy
Imagine Maoism as a DIY project where you completely renovate your room. You tear down old structures (class struggle), build new ones (revolutionary struggle), and aim for equality in every aspect (egalitarianism).
Related terms
Communism: A political ideology advocating for common ownership of resources and the absence of social classes.
Great Leap Forward: An economic campaign initiated by Mao Zedong aimed at rapidly transforming China into an industrialized society.
Cultural Revolution: A sociopolitical movement led by Mao Zedong that aimed to preserve communist ideology by purging capitalist elements from Chinese society.
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