Great Leap Forward
Definition
The Great Leap Forward was a campaign launched by the Chinese government in 1958 with the aim of rapidly transforming China into a socialist society. It involved collectivizing agriculture and implementing industrialization programs, which led to disastrous consequences for both the economy and society.
Related terms
Collectivization: This term refers to the process of bringing together individual farms or landholdings into collective farms or communes.
Communes: These are large-scale agricultural communities where people live and work collectively.
Industrialization: Industrialization involves the development of industries in an area or country, usually accompanied by technological advancements and increased production capabilities.
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