Political Economy and Social Movements: The Antiglobalisation Movement

Luara Khaburdzaniya

Bachelor's thesis

Abstract:

This Theoretical part of this thesis is about Anti-globalisation movements. It involves some basic definitions of social movements, how and why they form. Describes the different theories of social movements explaining the aim of the different movements. Briefly focuses on people involved in movements, what are their motives, what changes they seek to reach. Describes how politics can affect economy and why government forces are important in economic development of countries.Thesis explains what globalisation is, involves some definitions suggested by sociologists. Describes what are the advantages in disadvantages given by globalisation and explains how these aspects affect people’s life. Emphasises the effects of capitalism and inequality in society, distinguishes between different social classes: Ruling class and Working class. Defines Anti-globalisation, why people would support Anti-globalisation movements. Distinguishes differences among terminologies of anti – alter globalisation and anti-capitalism. Lists events through anti-globalisation movement. Practical part of this thesis is divided in two parts: Case study and Interviews. Case study describes anti-globalisation movement in Prague,2000 in details giving more in depth data and evaluates this movement thought the interviews about anti-globalisation movements. Interviews aim to give more insights from people about their attitudes and thoughts about anti-globalisation movements, globalisation and anti-globalisation.

Keywords

Globalisation, Anti-globalisation movements, Political economy, Inequality, Anti-capitalism, Alter-globalisation, World Trade Organisation, International Monetary Fund, Anti-globalisation, World Bank, Social movements, Capitalism

Language used: English

Date on which the thesis was submitted / produced: 14. 3. 2019

Thesis defence

• Supervisor: Daniel Rosenhaft Swain, Ph.D. MA

Czech University of Life Sciences Prague

Faculty of Economics and Management

Bachelor programme / field:
Economics and Management / Economics and Management