Peter Kropotkin Flashcards
(22 cards)
Who is associated with the concept of Anarchism?
Peter Kropotkin
Kropotkin is a key figure in anarchist theory, known for his work on mutual aid and critiques of state socialism.
What is the definition of ‘Reciprocal’?
Any action done in response to another action in a way that is equivalent to it.
Define ‘Mutual Aid’.
A voluntary reciprocal exchange of resources and services for mutual benefit.
What does ‘Social Darwinism’ refer to?
Various theories and societal practices that apply biological concepts of natural selection and survival of the fittest to sociology, economics, and politics.
When was Peter Kropotkin born?
1842.
What influenced Kropotkin to drop his princely title?
Republican teachings.
At what age did Kropotkin enroll in the Page Corps military academy?
14.
What sparked Kropotkin’s interest in science?
His role in a geographical survey expedition in 1864.
What book introduced Kropotkin to anarchism?
A book by Proudhon.
What organization did Kropotkin join upon returning to Russia?
The ‘Circle of Tchaikovsky’.
In what year was Kropotkin arrested for subversive political activity?
1974.
What was Kropotkin’s stance on state socialism?
He thought it was exploitative.
What is Kropotkin’s view on the Labour theory of value?
He disagreed with Marx, believing there is not necessarily a link between work performed and the value of commodities.
What does Kropotkin argue about the state?
The state is a coercive institution designed to subject the masses to the will of the minorities.
Fill in the blank: Kropotkin emphasizes human _______ and altruism.
solidarity.
What does Kropotkin believe about the distribution of property?
It should be equal to allow everyone to develop a complete human personality.
What type of society does Kropotkin envision after a revolution?
A utopian society with a federal network of voluntary self-governing communities.
What motto do mutual aid projects often use to differentiate themselves from charities?
Solidarity, not charity.
According to Benjamin Shepard, how is mutual aid defined?
People give what they can and get what they need.
What did Kropotkin believe would happen to crime with the removal of private property?
Crime will diminish significantly.
What significant event did Kropotkin return to Russia after?
The February Revolution.
What year did Kropotkin die?
1921.
