key term - New Culture Movement

Definition

The New Culture Movement was an intellectual movement in early 20th century China that aimed to challenge traditional values and promote modernization. It advocated for democracy, science, vernacular language, women's rights, and other progressive ideas.

Related terms

May Fourth Movement: A student-led protest movement that emerged from the New Culture Movement, advocating for political and cultural reforms in China.

Intellectuals: Individuals who engage in critical thinking, research, and analysis to contribute to the development of society.

Vernacular Language: The everyday language spoken by people in a particular region or country, as opposed to formal or literary language.