Would like to ask - what is a good, concise but full definition of Marxism-Leninism? Of course, I know what it is generally, but I am not sure how to convey it cleanly.
Generally I always want to mention that it’s a science (i.e. what would you answer to “define fluid physics”) so my go to is usually something like “In science, referring to the Marxist-Leninist branch of socio-economics” but I think it might extend a bit beyond that? Would like to ask your guys thoughts on it.
I’ll give it a go:
Marxism-Leninism is a branch of Marxism drawn from the lessons learned by Lenin and the Bolsheviks during the Russian revolution. It focuses on the creation of a vanguard party, democratic centralism, an analysis of capitalist-imperialism, and the right of nations to self determination. It’s primary goal is the development of a worker’s state capable of withstanding capitalist encirclement, in order to protect and continue the transition to communism, as well as aid other anti-imperialist nations.