The forced assimilation Gypsy policy in Socialist Hungary (original) (raw)

The paper examines the forced assimilation policies aimed at the Gypsy community during the Socialist era in Hungary. Utilizing archival sources, contemporary studies, and academic literature, it highlights the state’s efforts to impose socialist norms by suppressing Gypsy culture and enforcing integration through measures such as mandatory bathing and employment restrictions. The findings reveal a complex interplay of systemic discrimination, governmental control, and the socio-economic implications faced by the Gypsy population.