Which group was most opposed to socialism?

The wealthy were the most opposed group to socialism.

Explanation:

Socialism is a political, economic, and philosophical system/ paradigm(the scientific word for model/format/system) that seeks or social ownerships of industrial organizations as well as equal distribution of wealth with the government as a vigilant supporter. After it was proposed in certain European countries, it was defied by the wealthy because they were going to be directly affected in their network. Nevertheless, after it was implemented in certain countries the remaining ones saw its flaws and sought to stop it from been employed in their countries.

the correct answer is:

b) a rich merchant.