Communism in Korea and south-east Asia
ICSE · Class 12 · History
Step-by-step guide to study Communism in Korea and south-east Asia in ICSE Class 12 History. Topics to cover, practice strategy, and time allocation.
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Learn the Theory
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Practice Problems
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Revise & Test
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Spaced Revision
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What to Focus On
- Japanese occupation began in 1905.
- The Cairo conference promised a united and independent Korea.
- The 38th parallel became the basis of division.
- Kim Il-sung ruled North Korea as an absolute ruler for 40 years.
- North Korea pursued self-sufficiency and strong military power.
- The state was highly isolated and tightly controlled.
- Vietnam was part of French Indo-China with Laos and Cambodia.
- Ho Chi Minh combined nationalism and communism.
- The Democratic Republic of Vietnam was proclaimed in September 1945.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
North Korea became communist only after communist China became powerful.
Korea was divided by the Soviets and Americans after the Korean War began.
Kim Il-sung and Kim Jong-il were the same ruler with different titles.
Memory Tips
Korea under Japanese occupation from 1905
Cairo conference promised a united, independent Korea
USSR declared war on Japan on 8 August 1945
Japan surrendered on 2 September 1945
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