Question

What was Mao's Great Leap Forward? In 3-4 sentences, explain what it was and why it was a failure. (summarize pls)

Answer 1

Mao's Great Leap Forward was an economic and social campaign launched in China in 1958 with the goal of rapidly transforming the country into a socialist paradise through rapid industrialization and collectivization of agriculture. However, the campaign led to disastrous consequences, including widespread famine, economic collapse, and the death of millions of people due to mismanagement and unrealistic targets. The Great Leap Forward is considered a failure because it resulted in immense suffering and set back China's economy and social development for years.