Changes in Family Life in Mao's China

Changes in Family Life in Mao's China

This course explores the profound transformations in Chinese family life under Mao Zedong's leadership from 1949 to 1976. It examines the ideological motivations behind these changes, the legal and social reforms implemented, and their far-reaching consequences on traditional family structures, gender roles, and cultural practices. Learners will gain insight into the complexities of social engineering during a revolutionary period.