Consider the following statements and choose the correct option. Statement 1: A social movement requires sustained collective action over time. Statement 2: Spontaneous, disorganised protest is also called a social movement.

Only Statement 1 is correct Only Statement 2 is correct Both Statements are correct Both Statements are incorrect

Only Statement 1 is correct

A social movement requires sustained collective action over time. Such action is often directed against the state and takes the form of demanding changes in state policy or practice. Spontaneous, disorganised protest cannot be called a social movement either. Collective action must be marked by some degree of organisation. This organisation may include a leadership and a structure that defines how members relate to each other, make decisions and carry them out. Those participating in a social movement also have shared objectives and ideologies. A social movement has a general orientation or way of approaching to bring about (or to prevent) change. These defining features are not constant. They may change over the course of a social movement’s life.