The video explores various aspects of Russian society under Stalin's regime, focusing on religion, women's roles, and education. It highlights the differences between Stalin and Lenin in policies towards religion and women, emphasizing Stalin's emphasis on economic development and education.

Exploration of the impact of Stalin's policies on religion in Soviet society, highlighting the ban on religious institutions and the exile of religious leaders, leading to a significant decline in church operations by 1940.

A stark contrast in the treatment of women in society between Stalin and Lenin is evident through their policies. Lenin focused on liberating women, legalizing abortion and easing divorce, while Stalin reverted to traditional values, outlawing abortion and making divorce difficult, while also imposing economic responsibilities on women.

Stalin emphasized the importance of education beyond indoctrination, believing a well-educated workforce was crucial for modernizing the Soviet Union. His educational reforms included compulsory education, leading to a significant increase in literacy rates by 1939.