Federal People's Party (ÖVP)

The Federal People's Party (ÖVP) was an Austrian political party active from 1919 to 1934. It primarily represented conservative, Catholic, and rural interests, advocating for traditional values, social stability, and economic development. As a major force in Austria’s political landscape, it aimed to balance progressive reforms with conservative principles. The party played a significant role in shaping Austria’s early republic but was dissolved under the authoritarian regime established by Dollfuss and Schuschnigg in 1934. Its legacy influences Austria’s conservative politics today.