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How to analyze Fukuyama's final conclusion on history with the basic principles of historical materialism?
Fukuyama's final conclusion of history is a theory that has aroused widespread discussion and concern in academic circles and all walks of life. According to the basic principles of historical materialism, we can discuss and analyze Fukuyama's final conclusion of history from the following aspects:

1. the relationship between the material basis of social development and the historical end point: the concept of "historical end point" in Fukuyama's theory is essentially an abstraction of social development at the spiritual level. However, historical materialism tells us that the development of society is determined by the material basis. The end of history, or social development, is not determined by abstract spiritual concepts, but by the development of social productive forces and the transformation of economic base.

2. The relationship between theoretical criticism and social practice: Fukuyama's "historical end point" theory criticized many social theories in the past. However, historical materialism emphasizes that theory must stand the test of practice. Fukuyama's theory failed this test in some aspects, for example, his prediction of socialist countries did not come true, which shows that his theory is biased in some aspects.

3. The relationship between the stage and continuity of social development: Fukuyama's conclusion on the end of history emphasizes the stage of history and holds that freedom and democracy are the final form of history. However, historical materialism points out that social development is the unity of stages and continuity. The evolution of history will not end with the arrival of a certain stage, and new social forms will emerge with the development of productive forces and economic changes.

4. Relationship between historical facts and value judgment: Fukuyama's final conclusion on history reflects his pursuit of historical facts and value judgment in some aspects. However, historical materialism emphasizes that the judgment of historical facts should be based on objective facts and the value judgment should be based on social needs and people's interests. Fukuyama's theory may be somewhat biased in this respect.

Generally speaking, Fukuyama's final conclusion of history conflicts with the basic principles of historical materialism in some aspects. This may be due to his different understanding of history, observation of social reality and value orientation. Therefore, we need to examine and evaluate Fukuyama's viewpoint rationally under the guidance of historical materialism, and at the same time maintain an open and inclusive attitude towards social development in order to cope with the evolution and changes of history.