Programma I - Ustav Rsdrp

Lenin’s "April Theses" proposed updating the program to transition directly toward a socialist revolution.

This guide outlines the key components and historical significance of the and Charter (Ustav) of the Russian Social Democratic Labour Party (RSDLP/RSDRP), which formed the foundation of Russian Marxism and the eventual Bolshevik-Menshevik split. 1. The RSDRP Program (Adopted 1903) programma i ustav rsdrp

Required only "regular personal assistance" under the guidance of an organization. This allowed for a broader, less centralized membership. Lenin’s "April Theses" proposed updating the program to

The Charter defined the organizational structure and membership rules. It was the primary source of the historic split between (led by Lenin) and Mensheviks (led by Martov) during the Second Party Congress in 1903. Membership (Paragraph 1): The RSDRP Program (Adopted 1903) Required only "regular

Required members to personally participate in one of the party organizations. This aimed for a disciplined, professional vanguard party.

Adoption of the first Program and Charter.

Focused on the long-term goal of a Socialist Revolution . This included the overthrow of capitalism and the establishment of the Dictatorship of the Proletariat to build a socialist society.