Discussion of Soviet achievements raised which question in capitalist countries?

Whether state planning can bring development and equality

The governing concept is the global influence of the Russian Revolution and the comparison of economic systems. Soviet achievements, particularly rapid industrialisation and the use of centrally designed economic plans, led people in capitalist countries to ask whether state planning could produce economic development and greater social equality. The debate concerned the possible strengths and weaknesses of capitalism and socialism, not merely admiration for Soviet policy. Restoring monarchy, making colonialism permanent and increasing feudal taxes were not the central questions raised by Soviet performance. Therefore, option B correctly identifies the historical issue: whether state planning could promote development and equality.

This is a Class 9 History question. Chapter: Socialism in Europe and the Russian Revolution. Topic: The Global Influence.