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Political developments: limitations to change; events leading to, and the aftermath of, the Tiananmen Square demonstrations.
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The PRC under Deng Xiaoping, 1976–1997 (A-level only)
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Political developments: limitations to change; events leading to, and the aftermath of, the Tiananmen Square demonstrations
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What was one of the key economic reforms introduced by Deng Xiaoping in the late 1970s?
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The Household Responsibility System allowed individual households to manage their own agricultural production, leading to increased productivity and economic growth.
Key terms
- Economic Reforms: Policies implemented by Deng Xiaoping aimed at transitioning China from a planned economy to a more market-oriented economy.
- Political Stability: The maintenance of order and control by the government, often prioritized by Deng Xiaoping in response to social unrest.
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Confusing economic reforms with political reforms: It's important to distinguish that while Deng focused on economic reforms, he maintained strict political control and did not pursue significant political changes.
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