antifeudalism
Antifeudalism is a broad term encompassing various historical and theoretical movements that opposed the feudal system. This system, prevalent in medieval Europe and other parts of the world, was characterized by a hierarchical social structure based on land ownership, reciprocal obligations between lords and vassals, and a generally agrarian economy. Antifeudal sentiments and actions arose from different sources and manifested in diverse ways throughout history.
Peasant revolts were a common form of antifeudalism. Driven by grievances such as heavy taxation, oppressive
Beyond popular uprisings, antifeudalism also appeared in intellectual and political critiques. Thinkers and reformers sometimes questioned