Afghan People’s Democratic Party

The Afghan People's Democratic Party (PDPA) was a communist political organization in Afghanistan founded in 1965. It aimed to promote socialist ideas and sought to establish a government based on Marxist principles. The party played a significant role in Afghan politics, especially after a 1978 revolution that led to the overthrow of the monarchy and the establishment of a socialist state. However, internal conflicts, resistance from traditional factions, and ongoing wars led to its decline. The PDPA's influence was most notable during the 1970s and early 1980s, but it ultimately faced opposition and fragmentation amid Afghanistan's complex political and military struggles.