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Enlightenment

A movement characterized by the emergence of new ideas that challenged traditional beliefs, emphasizing reason, individualism, and questioning established institutions.

Liberalism

A political ideology advocating for natural rights, good governance, laissez-faire economics, and equal representation.

Nationalism

The belief that people with the same language and culture should live in the same nation, often inspiring revolutions.

Empiricism

The theory that knowledge comes from experience and experimentation.

Deism

A belief that a divine figure set rules in place, emphasizing reason over tradition and using religion for moral guidance.

Conservatism

A political philosophy that emphasizes the value of traditional institutions and practices based on historical experience.

Socialism

An economic system advocating for public or collective ownership of the means of production.

Utopian Socialists

Socialists who believe in creating ideal communities to lead society towards positive directions.

Fabian Society

A socialist group that believes in reforming society through parliamentary means.

Feminism

The movement advocating for women's rights and equality, including the push for women’s suffrage.

Abolitionism

The movement aimed at ending slavery and serfdom, first targeting the slave trade.