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The hammer and sickle is one of the most recognisable symbols of which political ideology?

Ah, the hammer and sickle! It's as if you're asking about the secret handshake of a very exclusive club. But this club isn't so much about secret handshakes and more about political ideology. The hammer and sickle is one of the most recognisable symbols of communism.

Let's break it down like a Lego set. The hammer represents industrial workers - think Bob the Builder but with less singing and more serious political discussions. On the other hand, the sickle symbolises agriculture - like Old MacDonald had a farm, E-I-E-I-O, but instead of animals, there's a lot of talk about equal distribution of wealth.

This symbol was first adopted during the Russian Revolution in 1917. It was part of the Soviet Union's state emblem and has since been associated with communism worldwide. So, if you see this symbol on a flag or emblem, chances are you're dealing with something related to communism. But remember, no secret handshakes required!