Question 5Write a short note onGS2GS1

Write a short note on the policy of Perestroika and Glasnost and how they contributed to the ultimate disintegration of the USSR. (Answer in 150 words) 10 marks

Introduction

Mikhail Gorbachev introduced policies of economic reforms, based on 'Perestroika' and 'Glasnost' for revival of soviet economy.

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Main Body

Perestroika => Transparent Restructuring of economy

1Perestroika aimed to liberalize the soviet economy, through greater involvement of private players.

2Mass sale of public sector enterprises, called the 'Garbage sale' => inviting private players for opening up private production.

3Decentralization of production and introduction of transparency and accountability of civil services.

Glasnost => Openness of economy

1Reduced degree of polarisation between USSR and USA.

2Inviting foreign investments into the economy.

3Lesser burden of stakes and corruption in the system.

Disintegration of USSR

1Lack of intra-party support to Gorbachev's policies => some thought charges were too fast, while others believed changes were not fast enough.

2Threat of conservatism in Russia => resisted dynamic policies.

3Fall of 'Ruble' => extremely high inflation.

4Eastern Europe was illustrated with weaker model of development => did not want to remain under totalitarian regime.

Therefore, the economic policies of Gorbachev accelerated the process of disintegration of USSR, as it opened up the door for [illegible] needs of world order.

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Conclusion

Therefore, the economic policies of Gorbachev accelerated the process of disintegration of USSR, as it opened up the door for [illegible] needs of world order.

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Diagram

Box showing 'Perestroika => Transparent Restructuring of economy'

Clear definition of Perestroika with structural diagram
Explains specific policy measures
Shows understanding of economic liberalization

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Topper

Ritika Chitlangia

Subject & Paper

GS2GS1

Topic

History of the World

Socialism and Communism

USSR Disintegration

Writing Stats

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