Question

What were the well to do peasants in russia called ?

Answer 1

They were called Kulak

Answer 2

Kulak is the right answer.

In the history of the Russia and Soviet Union, the Kulak was the term given to the affluent peasants. This term represented the wealthy peasants, who owned comparatively large field and a big number of cattle. The Kulak was best characterized by the fact that he was financially capable of employing hired labor and leasing land. Therefore, as they formed a major figure in the communities, they possessed some social and administrative powers.