key term - Velvet Revolution

Definition

The Velvet Revolution represents a non-violent transition of power in Czechoslovakia that occurred from November 17 to December 29, 1989, leading to the end of Communist rule. It is characterized by mass protests led by students and other groups, culminating in the establishment of a democratic government.

Related terms

Non: violent resistance - A method of protest or achieving political goals without the use of violence.

Communist rule: A system of government where a single party controls both the state and the economy, aiming to achieve equality among citizens.

Democratic government: A form of government where power is vested in the hands of the people, who exercise power directly or through elected representatives