Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Political Science

Chapter

Contemporary World Politics: End of Bi-Polarity

Question:

The Soviet system did not allow which of the following things?

Options:

Opposition parties

Industrialization

The existence of private companies

State planning of the economy

Correct Answer:

Opposition parties

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option 1 - Opposition parties

The Soviet political system did not permit any opposition parties or dissent against the ruling communist party, which held absolute power over the state.

The Union of Soviet Socialist Republics (USSR) came into being after the socialist revolution in Russia in 1917. The revolution was inspired by the ideals of socialism, as opposed to capitalism, and the need for an egalitarian society. This was perhaps the biggest attempt in human history to abolish the institution of private property and consciously design a society based on principles of equality. In doing so, the makers of the Soviet system gave primacy to the state and the institution of the party. The Soviet political system centred around the communist party, and no other political party or opposition was allowed. The economy was planned and controlled by the state.