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Gramsci’s concept of Hegemony

Introduction Antonio Gramsci (1891–1937), an Italian Marxist thinker, developed the concept of hegemony to explain how ruling classes maintain power not only through force but also through ideas and culture. His theory moved beyond traditional Marxism, which emphasized only economic and political control. Gramsci showed that cultural and ideological leadership is equally important in maintaining […]

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Gramsci’s concept of civil society

Introduction Antonio Gramsci, the Italian Marxist philosopher and political theorist, made significant contributions to the understanding of civil society. Unlike classical liberal thinkers who viewed civil society as a sphere of freedom distinct from the state, Gramsci redefined it within a Marxist framework as a site of ideological struggle. His insights are crucial for understanding