The Civil Disobedience Movement

The Civil Disobedience Movement was a nonviolent protest initiated by Mahatma Gandhi in 1930 against British colonial rule in India. It involved Indians deliberately non-cooperating with British authorities by refusing to buy British goods, pay taxes, or follow certain laws, as a way to challenge unjust legislation and demonstrate their demand for independence. The movement aimed to mobilize mass participation through peaceful resistance, emphasizing moral courage and civil disobedience as tools for social change. It significantly boosted Indian nationalism, united diverse groups, and marked a key step toward India’s eventual independence.