History GCSE
The breakdown of traditional authority
What The breakdown of traditional authority means in History GCSE, as defined for Pearson Edexcel.
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The tearing apart of teachers, intellectuals and ordinary families by ideological fanaticism as youths rebelled against authority figures.
Topics that use The breakdown of traditional authority
- Option 32: Key topic 3: The Cultural Revolution and its aftermath, 1966–76 - 3 The effects of the Cultural Revolution (Pearson Edexcel GCSE)
Related terms
- Economic disruption and stagnation
- Ideology versus expertise
- Social upheaval and generational conflict
- The destruction of education and intellect
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