1.3 Defeating the CCP's opponents

Question 1

What was the ‘Three Antis’ movement and when was it launched?

Answer 1

• Launched in 1951
• A campaign directed against corruption, waste and obstructionist bureaucracy in the government

Question 2

What was the ‘Five Antis’ movement and when was it launched?

Answer 2

• Launched 1952
• A campaign to remove possible opponents and seize control of economic assets