underground state

An underground state refers to a secretive or clandestine political movement or organization that operates out of sight from the official government or public eye. Often emerging in response to oppression or authoritarian rule, these groups seek to create change through various means, including activism, resistance, or revolutions. They may communicate through discreet channels and often rely on covert operations to achieve their goals. The term emphasizes their hidden nature and the challenges they face, such as the risk of persecution by the authorities.