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Record 1 2024-01-27

English

Subject field(s)
  • Social Problems
  • Economic and Industrial Sociology
  • Risks and Threats (Security)
CONT

Generally, social unrest occurs when a group gathers publicly to express dissatisfaction or anger centered around a common cause and is usually accompanied by a demand for societal change. This can take the form of protests, rallies, demonstrations, and riots.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Problèmes sociaux
  • Sociologie économique et industrielle
  • Risques et menaces (Sécurité)

Spanish

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