National liberation movements are collective efforts made by groups within colonized territories to fight against foreign domination and gain independence for their nation.
Related terms
Pan-Africanism: Pan-Africanism is an ideological movement that promotes unity among all African people regardless of national boundaries, aiming at achieving solidarity and common goals across the continent.
Gandhian Resistance: Gandhi's philosophy of nonviolent resistance heavily influenced many national liberation movements globally. It emphasizes peaceful protests as a means to challenge oppressive regimes.
Anti-Colonial Intellectuals: These were thinkers who actively critiqued and challenged colonialism through their writings, speeches, and political activism, inspiring and guiding national liberation movements.