Evolution of concepts of progress and regression in ideological systems of the 20th–21st centuries
Abstract
The author examines the evolution of ideas of progress and their critique in the 20th–21st centuries. It is demonstrated how the belief in relentless progress, which formed the basis of liberal and socialist ideologies, was undermined by the tragedies of the 20th century. This led to the emergence of anti-progressive ideologies emphasizing tradition and cyclicality. The analysis highlights the contradictions between globalist techno-utopianism and traditionalism.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Legal and Social Philosophy
Philosophy
History
and Historiography
Philosophical and Historical Studies
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Nauchno-analiticheskii zhurnal Obozrevatel - Observer
- Volume
- 1
- Issue
- 1
- Pages
- 19–30
- Publication date
- 11 February 2026
- Language
- EN