Countercultures are subcultures that emerge as alternatives to mainstream culture, often challenging dominant social norms and values.
Related terms
Punk Movement: The Punk Movement emerged in the 1970s as a counterculture characterized by its aggressive music, fashion style (ripped clothes, mohawks), DIY ethos, and rebellion against established norms.
Civil Rights Movement: The Civil Rights Movement was a countercultural movement in the mid-20th century that fought for equal rights for African Americans through nonviolent protests and civil disobedience.
Feminist Movement: The Feminist Movement is an ongoing countercultural movement advocating for gender equality and women's rights on social, political, economic levels.