Marxism

• What does Marxism conclude about capitalism?

  Capitalism leads to the oppression of the proletariat.
• Who makes up the majority of the world's population according to Marxism?

  The proletariat makes up the majority of the world's population.
• For whom do the proletariat work according to Marxist analysis?

  The proletariat work for the benefit of the bourgeoisie.
• What does Marx believe shapes social and cultural institutions?

  The economic basis of society shapes social and cultural institutions.
• Which institutions does Marx believe are influenced by the economic basis of society?

  Institutions such as family, education system, legal system, and mass media are influenced.
• What was the primary form of mass media in Marx's time?

  The newspaper was the primary form of mass media in Marx's time.
• What does ideology do to the working class according to Marxism?

  Ideology puts a veil over the eyes of the working class.
• What is meant by 'false consciousness' in Marxist theory?

  'False consciousness' refers to a fake understanding of the real world.
• What are the key components of Marxist analysis regarding capitalism and class struggle?

  • Capitalism leads to the oppression of the proletariat.
  • Proletariat work for the benefit of the bourgeoisie.
  • Social and cultural institutions are shaped by the economic basis of society.
  • Ideology creates a 'false consciousness' among the working class.