What is a protest?

What is a protest?

noun A statement or action expressing disapproval of or objection to something. A written declaration, typically by a notary public, that a bill has been presented and payment or acceptance refused.

verb Express an objection to what someone has said or done. Declare (something) firmly and emphatically in response to doubt or accusation. Write or obtain a protest in regard to (a bill). Relevant news articles of protests: Anti-austerity protesters take to UK streets after Tory election victory Anti-Immigration protesters Extreme right wing and anti racism activists clash during protest Romanian president resigns after protest Types of protest: - Non violent protests e.g: Hunger strikes, marches, campaigns  - Violent protests e.g Rioting, causing bodily harm for affect for example: The croydon riots in the hope to change policing values towards races.