How did the miserable condition of the workers and peasants lead to the russian revolution?
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As Russia was just entering the Industrial Revolution, vast majority of the population were poor peasants. They were ruled by a dictatorial hereditary ruler, the Tsar (king). Until 1861, peasants were obligated by law to till the land for their masters.
By 1900, the tsars had built a powerful army, roads and railroads, and developed a military industry. Neighboring countries such as Georgia and Ukraine were invaded and brought under the Russian Empire. The peasants were made to pay heavily in form of taxes for these developments, and it was the peasantry that constructed the roads and fought in the army. England, France, and other countries were investing in modern factories in St. Petersburg , Moscow, and other cities. Many peasants went to the cities to work in the factories for a better living but they were frustrated by low wages and terrible working conditions. High prices and the lack of land for subsistence had caused enormous famines and peasant uprisings throughout the 1890s. Workers and peasants all over the country were rebelling. In 1902, workers started a wave of illegal strikes across the country. There were no political rights and democracy. All political organizations were forbidden, and trade unions were outlawed.
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Explanation:
Working population in Russia were different from other countries in Europe in many ways:
(i) Working population in Russia was living under autocratic rule of the Tsar. Where as the working population in Europe lived under parliamentary form of the government.
(ii) Workers in Russia were not allowed to form trade unions. So they did not have the power of collective bargaining where as the workers in Europe had these rights.
(iii) Working hours were very long and labour laws were not followed. In Europe steps were already taken to protect the interest of workers.
(iv) Russian workers were a divided social group. Some had strong links with village, others had settled in cities.
(v) Working population did not enjoy civil liberties which were enjoyed in other European countries
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