FAQ About Vladimir Lenin
What were the conditions in Russia like before Lenin's rise to power?
Before Lenin's rise to power, Russia was experiencing severe social, economic, and political unrest. The country was underdeveloped, predominantly agrarian, and ruled by an autocratic monarchy, headed by Tsar Nicholas II. The hardships of World War I intensified discontent due to food shortages, military defeats, and general economic collapse. This unrest led to the February Revolution of 1917, which resulted in the abdication of the Tsar and the formation of a provisional government, setting the stage for further revolutionary activities by Lenin and the Bolsheviks.
