The Anti-Colonial Movement

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The Anti-Colonial Movement is a broad historical and ongoing phenomenon aimed at challenging and dismantling colonial rule. It encompasses various political, social, and cultural efforts by colonized peoples to assert their right to self-determination and independence. The movement gained momentum in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, particularly after World War I and II, as colonized nations began to organize against imperial powers. Key figures and organizations, such as Marcus Garvey's Universal Negro Improvement Association, played significant roles in mobilizing support for anti-colonial causes. Anti-colonialism critiques both the economic exploitation and cultural domination imposed by colonial powers. It emphasizes the need for colonized peoples to control their own political, economic, and cultural destinies. The movement has been instrumental in numerous independence struggles, including those in India, Algeria, and Africa. Despite achieving political independence in many regions, anti-colonialism continues to address issues of neo-colonialism and economic dependency, advocating for true autonomy and self-governance.