The Bolshevik's Transition

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What was the alternative economic strategy introduced by the Bolsheviks in 1921?

The New Economic Policy.

Why was War Communism abandoned?

War Communism was abandoned because of the mutiny of sailors in Krondstadt, food shortages, and the need for a change in economic strategy.

What were the reasons for the mutiny of sailors in Krondstadt?

The sailors were ardent supporters of the revolution but became disillusioned and demanded change due to the detested War Communism and lack of food.

Why did the peasant farmers dislike requisitioning?

<p>Peasant farmers disliked requisitioning because it discouraged their motivation to produce large quantities of food.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the ideological argument for change in the economy?

<p>A Marxist/Communist state required the economy to go through several stages of development in order to work effectively.</p> Signup and view all the answers