Student Rights Movement

The Student Rights Movement refers to efforts by students to secure fair treatment, civil liberties, and autonomy within educational settings. It emerged mainly during the 1960s and 1970s, advocating for free speech, privacy, due process, and opposition to policies seen as unjust or restrictive. This movement aimed to empower students as active participants in their education and protect their fundamental rights from institutional overreach. It highlighted that students are entitled to respect and rights similar to those of adults, fostering a more open, inclusive, and democratic environment in schools and universities.