In Marxism, Marxian class theory asserts that an individual’s position within a class hierarchy is determined by his or her role in the production process, and argues that political and ideological consciousness is determined by class position. Within Marxian class theory, the structure of the production process forms the basis of class construction.
Marxian class theory has been open to a range of alternate positions, most notably from scholars such as E. P. Thompson and Mario Tronti. Both Thompson and Tronti suggest class consciousness within the production process precedes the formation of productive relationships. In this sense, Marxian class theory often relates to discussion over pre-existing class struggles.
Read more about Marxian Class Theory: Origins of Marx's Theory, Class Structure, The Nature of Class Relations: Conflict, Inevitability of Socialist Revolution, See Also, References
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