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The social and economic condition of the Soviet Union by 1941: strengths and weaknesses.
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the famine of 1932–1934; the success of collectivisation
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The social and economic condition of the Soviet Union by 1941: strengths and weaknesses
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Quick student answer
What was one of the main causes of the famine in the Soviet Union from 1932 to 1934?
Direct answer
The rapid implementation of collectivisation led to widespread disruption in agricultural production, contributing significantly to the famine.
Key terms
- Kulaks: Wealthy peasants in the Soviet Union who were targeted during collectivisation for their perceived resistance to state policies.
- Dekulakisation: The campaign of political repression against the kulaks, which involved confiscation of their land and property, and often led to deportation or execution.
Common trap
Overgeneralising the causes of the famine: Acknowledge the interplay between government policies like collectivisation and environmental factors in causing the famine.
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