Tag: Civil disobedience

Throughout history, activists have used hunger strikes as a powerful, nonviolent form of protest, demonstrating a deep commitment to their cause through personal sacrifice. The potential benefits of a hunger strike are centered on its symbolic power, intended to raise public consciousness and pressure authorities without resorting to violence.

Indian activist Irom Chanu Sharmila held the record for the world's longest hunger strike, fasting for 16 years from 2000 to 2016, a protest that was maintained through force-feeding. Her relentless stand became a globally recognized symbol of nonviolent resistance against a controversial law.