Separatist Movements

Definition

Separatist movements refer to the actions taken by certain groups within a country who seek to break away and establish their own independent state.

Related terms

Autonomy: The right or condition of self-government.

Self-determination: The process by which people have the freedom to choose their own political status and make decisions about their own future.

Nationalism: Strong identification with one's own nation and support for its interests, often leading to aspirations for an independent state.