Q1
What were the two phases of the Russian Revolution?
AFebruary and October Revolutions
BOnly one phase occurred
CSpring and Winter Revolutions
DNorthern and Southern Revolutions
CBSEClass 9 (CBSE)Social ScienceCh 2 · Topic 2
The Russian Revolution of 1917
The Russian Revolution of 1917 overthrew the Russian monarchy and eventually led to the establishment of a communist government led by the B
Core concept
The revolution occurred in two main phases - the February Revolution, which overthrew Tsar Nicholas II, and the October Revolution, where the Bolsheviks seized power.
How it works
Widespread discontent due to World War I hardships, food shortages, and inequality between wealthy landowners and poor peasants fuelled revolutionary sentiment among the Russian population.
Why it matters
Vladimir Lenin led the Bolsheviks, promising 'Peace, Land, and Bread' to war-weary soldiers, land-hungry peasants, and hungry workers, gaining significant popular support.
Key detail
The revolution led to the establishment of the Soviet Union, a communist state based on Marxist principles, significantly influencing global politics throughout the 20th century.
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• The Russian Revolution occurred in 1917.
• The February Revolution overthrew Tsar Nicholas II.
• The October Revolution saw the Bolsheviks seize power.
• WWI hardships and inequality fuelled the revolution.
• Vladimir Lenin led the Bolsheviks.
• Lenin promised 'Peace, Land, and Bread'.
• This gained wide popular support.
• The revolution led to the Soviet Union's establishment.