Engels' concept of equality posits that equality is historically specific and reflects the socio-economic foundations of a given period. Its realization is constrained by the level of productive forces and mirrors the interest relations of a particular economic structure. In the new era and on the new journey, practicing and developing Engels' concept of equality provides theoretical guidance for the construction of socialism with Chinese characteristics. Vigorously developing socialist productive forces and promoting high-quality economic growth offer a material foundation for social fairness. Adhering to the principle of shared development and striking a balance between efficiency and fairness provides a safeguard mechanism for social equality. Upholding the path of modernization with Chinese characteristics offers ideological motivation for steadily advancing modernization that brings about shared prosperity for all.

Ling Zhang. Engels' Concept of Equality and Its Contemporary Value. International Journal of Frontiers in Sociology (2023), Vol. 5, Issue 12: 53-58. https://doi.org/10.25236/IJFS.2023.051209.

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