<span><br> <p><span>This paper examines the historical context of twentieth-century neoliberal economic policies and their part in the emergence of fascist movements. In the aftermath of World War I and the Great Depression, many countries experienced economic uncertainty, which incited discontent and a yearning for radical solutions. Neoliberalism, specific to free enterprise, privatisation, and reduced state intervention, moulded social settings, often aggravating inequality and unemployment. This environment of economic despair created momentum for fascist ideologies to prosper by promising&nbsp; By analysing key case studies and historical data, this research highlights the intersection of neoliberal policies and the rise of fascism, revealing how economic strategies can inadvertently facilitate the growth of authoritarian movements</span><span>.</span><span>&nbsp;</span></p> <div> <span><br></span> </div></span>