Evolution III. Resource Mobilization Theory (RMT) A. Definition & Explanation B.

Example: The Parliament versus the Crown IV. Institutional Theory A. Definition &

Explanation B. Example: Social Change V. Conclusion

Human relationships have always been dynamic. Change and adaptability have

gone hand in hand with the passage of time for human society. Systems have been

developed to regulate, direct and control the resources of this society. The systems are

referred to as governments and the resources as the populace or inhabitants and forces of

production. A government must be dynamic in its nature reflecting the change in society.

At times these systems have resisted the necessity to adapt with its components (Society)

creating a deficit between the system and those it regulates. As the deficits develop, they

cause instability, and could lead to revolution.1 Theories have been developed to explain

the systemic phenomenon called revolution. This paper will discuss three modern theories

and apply them to the English revolution of 1640. The first theory, developed by Carl

Marx (Marxism), will address the economic evolution in English society. This theory w

resources. The King showed himself as a bungling statesman in dealing with parliaments

the middle-class and state encouraged monopolies became evident during this time. There

Parliament). Having failed, the King traveled north to an important port which was also a

reach a compromise. Thus, there is not one theory that can be used to satisfy all of the

and relations of production. Historic materialism is defined as a society's past

centuries points to a shift from feudalism to capitalism. This shift is exemplified by the

power. The King was desirous to put down the Scots, and eventually Parliament, after it

government. The conflict between the Crown and the Parliament during the 1640's meet

theory of Marxism has three basic concepts: historic materialism, forces of production

eventually lead to utopia (anarchy). In his work, Das Capital, Marx details the six steps.

Frederick Engels observed the socio-economic changes that were transpiring in Britain.

began to rally behind the King. Parliament severely underestimated the influence of the

raise an army so he called Parliament into session. After 6 years of silence, Parliament

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was aggressive against the crown. Instead of strong support for the King, they came with

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