Carl Marx Flashcards
Class Struggle
Marx’s central idea revolves around class struggle, where he argued that societies are divided into two primary classes, the bourgeoisie (owners of the means of production) and the proletariat (working class). Conflict between these classes drives historical change.
Alienation
Alienation in Marxism refers to the feeling of disconnection and estrangement that workers experience in a capitalist system. This arises from their lack of control over what they produce, how they produce it, monotonous work, competition with other workers, and the inability to express their full potential. Marx saw this alienation as a product of capitalism, contributing to social and economic inequality
Communism:
Marx envisioned a classless society where the means of production are collectively owned, and wealth is distributed based on need. This idea is encapsulated in the famous slogan, “From each according to his ability, to each according to his needs.”
Theory of exchange
The theory of exchange in Marxism centers on the idea that in a capitalist society, individuals trade their labor in exchange for wages and goods. This exchange process is seen as exploitative, as workers often receive less value for their labor than they create, with business owners or capitalists profiting from this labor.
what is a reductionist
The term “reductionistic” refers to a tendency or approach that seeks to simplify complex phenomena by breaking them down into simpler, more fundamental components or explanations. When applied to Karl Marx’s theories, the accusation of being “reductionistic” is often used by critics to suggest that Marx’s analysis oversimplifies the complexities of society and economics. However, it’s important to note that whether Marx is considered reductionistic depends on one’s perspective and interpretation of his work.
pehenomon of serplus
In Marx’s perspective, the phenomenon of surplus is the extra value produced by workers beyond what is needed to cover their basic needs and sustain their labor. This surplus value is appropriated by the capitalists as profit, contributing to the exploitation of the working class in the capitalist system.
Marx basic question
about society was why is their conflict, saying society is driven by conflict
