Relations of Production

Relations of production refer to the social relationships and structures that organize the production of goods and services in a society. This includes the roles of workers, employers, and the means of production (like factories and tools). In historical materialism, a concept developed by Karl Marx, these relations shape economic systems and influence societal development. Changes in technology or ownership affect how goods are produced and who benefits from them, leading to class structures and conflicts. Understanding these relations helps explain how human societies evolve and the power dynamics within them.