Navigating the Storm of 1960s and 1970s: Italy’s Political Landscape, Economic Stagnation, and the Rise of Labour Insurgency

Parmaar, Sakkcham Singh (2024) Navigating the Storm of 1960s and 1970s: Italy’s Political Landscape, Economic Stagnation, and the Rise of Labour Insurgency. Jus Corpus Law Journal, 5 (1). pp. 132-145. ISSN 2582-7820

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Abstract

In this paper, we take a look back at the complex political and economic turmoil that transpired in Italy during the 1960s and 1970s, which is vividly depicted in Dario Fo’s iconic play, The Accidental Death of an Anarchist. Set in times characterised by political instability, economic stagnation and labour unrest, Fo uses biting satire to expose deep-seated corruption and abuse of power within Italian institutions especially targeting the police force and judiciary. The play critiques the state’s complicity in perpetuating systemic injustice, emphasising its oppressive impact on marginalised groups including workers women and students. Through a sharp political commentary, the play reflects the socioeconomic challenges facing them, pointing out that failure by states to address citizen's concerns is what makes power dynamics sustain inequality. By dissecting these themes, this paper underscores Fo’s call for reform, advocating for transformative societal change that would challenge institutionalized corruption, bringing about genuine justice for all oppressed people in Italy.

Item Type: Article
Keywords: political landscape | economic stagnation | labour insurgency
Subjects: Social Sciences and humanities > Social Sciences > Law and Legal Studies
Social Sciences and humanities > Social Sciences > Political Science
JGU School/Centre: Jindal Global Law School
Depositing User: Mr. Luckey Pathan
Date Deposited: 22 Nov 2025 13:56
Last Modified: 22 Nov 2025 14:14
URI: https://pure.jgu.edu.in/id/eprint/10392

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