reactionism; revivalism
Refers to an ideology or movement that seeks to return to past systems, values, or traditions, often in politics or culture. Can carry a negative connotation of opposing progress.
His argument was criticized as reactionary.
The rise of revivalism reflects social instability.
Compound of 復古 (restoration, revival) + 主義 (-ism). The term is a modern coinage used in political and cultural discourse.