What Is to Be Done?

Methodology and Conclusions

In «What Is to Be Done?», Vladimir Ilyich Lenin employs the methodology of Marxist analysis to study the political situation in Russia at the beginning of the 20th century. He criticizes economists and supporters of the spontaneous workers' movement, arguing that successful revolution requires conscious political struggle and the creation of a professional revolutionary party. Lenin emphasizes the importance of theoretical preparation and propaganda, as well as the necessity of centralized leadership and discipline within the party. Lenin's conclusions are that only an organized and conscious party can lead the working class to victory over the bourgeoisie and the establishment of a socialist society.