Question

what are movements? how do they help in understanding the past better?​

Answer 1

A social movement is a loosely organized effort by a large group of people to achieve a particular goal, typically a social or political one. This may be to carry out, resist or undo a social change. It is a type of group action and may involve individuals, organizations or both.

Answer 2

Explanation:

Environmental movements, the women's suffrage movement, or the more contemporary “Buy Nothing Day”,Social movements role in society is not necessarily to achieve an agenda or solely change laws. Social movement's role is to allow people the opportunity to come together, speak their mind, and make people aware of an issue that is close to their heart.

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