Question

Gorbachev pursued glasnost and perestroika reforms in part because

Answer 1

I was hoping for some options to be given for getting to the right answer. I am answering this question based on my knowledge and research. Gorbachev pursued glasnost and perestroika reforms in part because of the drainage of national resources due to the war in Afghanistan. I hope the answer helps you.

Answer 2

A. the war in Afghanistan had drained the nation's resources

B. the Soviet Union had already demonstrated superior nuclear capability

C. food surpluses and production increases created stable economic conditions

D. Russia revolutionaries staged a coup to overthrow the communist government

it is A. hope this helps