Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
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Verified for the 2026 exam•Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Definition
Nonviolent protests involve peaceful actions and demonstrations used to bring attention to social or political issues without resorting to violence.
Related terms
Civil Disobedience: Civil disobedience is a deliberate refusal to obey certain laws or commands as a form of protest against unjust policies or practices.
Sit-ins: Sit-ins involve individuals occupying an establishment (such as a restaurant or government office) peacefully to protest discriminatory policies.
Gandhi's Salt March: Mahatma Gandhi led this famous nonviolent protest against British salt taxes in India, demonstrating the effectiveness of peaceful resistance against oppressive regimes.