Social Developments & Daily Life in the Soviet Union (1917-1935)

Flashcards covering social developments and daily life in the Soviet Union between 1917-1935.

Class Warfare (1917-1935)

The elimination of aristocracy and bourgeoisie, leading to a redefined class structure.

Urbanisation (1917-1935)

Rapid movement of people to cities due to industrialization, resulting in poor living conditions.

Worker Conditions (1917-1935)

Strict rules, internal documents to control movement, and restricted freedoms for workers.

Welfare Expansion (1917-1935)

The expansion of state-supported housing, healthcare, and education, though quality varied.

Pensions & Benefits (1917-1935)

Aid provided to elderly, disabled, and veterans, but frequently insufficient and difficult to obtain.

Early Bolshevik Reforms (Women & Family)

The legalization of abortion, introduction of divorce rights, and promotion of gender equality.

Stalin Era (Women & Family)

A shift back to traditional family values, with incentives for women to have more children.

Khrushchev & Brezhnev (Women & Family)

The continued burden of both work and family for women, with inadequate state childcare.

Universal Education (1917-1935)

The introduction of literacy initiatives and mandatory schooling, which was intensified under Stalin.

Ideological Indoctrination (1917-1935)

A curriculum focused on allegiance to the state, science, and Marxist-Leninist ideology.

Youth Organizations (Komsomol and Young Pioneers)

Youth organizations that indoctrinated young people and developed future Communist Party members.