Nonviolent Resistance

Definition

Nonviolent resistance refers to a strategy of peaceful protest and opposition without the use of physical force. It involves tactics such as sit-ins, boycotts, and marches to bring about social or political change.

Related terms

Civil Disobedience: Refers to intentionally breaking laws in a nonviolent manner as a form of protest against unjust policies or practices.

Mahatma Gandhi: A prominent leader who advocated for nonviolent resistance during India's struggle for independence from British rule.

Martin Luther King Jr.: An influential figure in the civil rights movement who championed nonviolent resistance as a means to fight against racial segregation and discrimination.