Allegory and Power Dynamics

Consider the following excerpt from a literary work that employs allegory: In a future society, citizens are divided into distinct social classes, with the ruling class living in opulence while the working class struggles for survival. A revolution arises, led by those who yearn for equality and freedom, but ultimately, the new leaders become indistinguishable from their predecessors.

This narrative serves not only as a story but also as a commentary on societal structures and power dynamics. Which of the following best exemplifies the primary allegorical meaning of this narrative?