Critical analysis of Marxist ideas in modern urban planning

This study looks at the resurgence of Marxist ideology in contemporary urban planning and examines its compatibility and potential contribution to addressing the complex challenges in modern urban societies. Against the backdrop of prevailing themes of sustainability, equity and resilience, the integration of Marxist thinking into spatial planning emerges as a relevant phenomenon. Through a critical examination of the interplay between Marxist and capitalist theories, the study navigates the dynamic landscape of urban planning and highlights the challenges and opportunities associated with their intersection. The study emphasises the need to be cautious in asserting a harmonious relationship between Marxist ideals and modern urban planning paradigms and offers a nuanced understanding of the evolving terrain. The study not only critically analyses the resurgence of Marxist ideology, but also actively engages with proponents of its revival. The findings seek to contributing to the ongoing discourse on the evolution of urban planning paradigms and offer a perspective that encourages a reassessment of the significance and potential impact of reintroducing Marxist principles into the planning system. •Critically analysing Marxist ideas in modern urban planning•Addressing the resurgence and revitalisation of Marxist ideology•Contributions to the ongoing discourse: the development of urban paradigms•Perspective of meaning: The reintroduction of Marxist principles