Forces of Production

Definition of Forces of Production

The Canada social science dictionary [1] provides the following meaning of Forces of Production: In Marxian terms, the essential component of the economic system of society. Refers to the materials used in the production of goods as well as the tools, knowledge and techniques used to transform these materials. Does not include the class structure or relations of society, known as the ‘relations of production’. See: MODE OF PRODUCTION / RELATIONS OF PRODUCTION in this legal dictionary and in the world encyclopedia of law.

Forces of Production: Resources

Notes and References

• Drislane, R., & Parkinson, G. (2016). (Concept of) Forces of Production. Online dictionary of the social sciences. Open University of Canada