Which of the following is the best description of a reason the Soviet Union collapsed?

Question

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Gorbachev allowed glasnost
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• Gorbachev allowed political parties other than his own.
• A civil war broke out in the Soviet Union.

Answer 1

The best description of a reason the Soviet Union collapsed from the options provided is:

Gorbachev allowed glasnost.

Glasnost, meaning "openness," was a policy introduced by Mikhail Gorbachev that promoted transparency and freedom of expression within the Soviet Union. This policy led to greater political discussion, criticism of the government, and demands for reform, which ultimately contributed to the weakening of the Soviet regime and its eventual collapse.