The seven commandments in George Orwell’s ‘Animal Farm’ were formulated by the pigs, particularly by the character Napoleon and his fellow pig, Snowball. These commandments serve as the foundation of Animalism, the philosophy adopted by the animals after they overthrow their human farmer.
The commandments are intended to encapsulate the principles of equality and freedom that the animals aspire to after their rebellion. However, as the story progresses, the pigs begin to manipulate these commandments to serve their own interests and justify their actions. Ultimately, the commandments are altered to fit the evolving situation on the farm, leading to the ironic conclusion that ‘All animals are equal, but some animals are more equal than others.’