Marxist Criticism is a literary theory that examines literature through the lens of Marxist ideas, focusing on the relationship between literature and social class. It analyzes how texts reflect, reinforce, or challenge the power dynamics and economic conditions of their time, often highlighting issues of class struggle and inequality. This approach emphasizes the role of capitalism in shaping cultural narratives and critiques how literature can perpetuate or resist dominant ideologies. By exploring the socio-economic context of a work, Marxist Criticism seeks to uncover the underlying class conflicts and the impact of material conditions on human experience.