Marxism
A conflict theory proposing that society is divided into classes based on control of economic production (base). The superstructure (institutions, ideology, culture) reflects and reinforces class interests of the ruling class.
Real World
Amazon's warehouse workers — classified as gig-economy contractors — earn near-minimum wage while Jeff Bezos accumulated over $75 billion in a single year, illustrating Marx's bourgeoisie/proletariat divide in modern capitalism.
Exam Focus
Distinguish classical Marx from neo-Marxists (Gramsci, Althusser) in extended answers to demonstrate conceptual depth.
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