After 1968, the communist regime in Czechoslovakia imposed strict regulations on cultural expressions, particularly targeting rock musicians. These artists were required to take a formal exam on Marxism-Leninism, reflecting the government's desire to control artistic output and ensure that it aligned with communist ideology.

This approach exemplified the broader efforts of totalitarian regimes to regulate thought and creativity through political indoctrination. By mandating such examinations, the regime not only suppressed dissent but also attempted to integrate their ideology into the arts, demonstrating the tension between creative freedom and authoritarian control.