Marxism is a socio-economic and political ideology developed by Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels in the 19th century, which critiques capitalism and advocates for a classless society. It posits that history is driven by class struggle, where the proletariat (working class) must overthrow the bourgeoisie (capitalist class) to achieve a socialist state. Key elements include the belief in the collective ownership of the means of production and the eventual establishment of communism, where resources are distributed according to need. Marxism has influenced various political movements and theories throughout the world.
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