Theoretical Perspectives on Revolution

Theoretical perspectives on revolution analyze why and how societies undergo fundamental change. They include structural theories, which see revolutions as arising from deep social and economic inequalities; political theories, which focus on failing governments or lack of political freedoms; and cultural theories, emphasizing shifts in ideas or values. Some models view revolutions as sudden upheavals driven by specific events, while others see them as gradual processes of change. Overall, these perspectives help us understand the complex causes behind mass efforts to transform political, social, or economic systems.