Non-Cooperation Movement (NCM) vs Civil Disobedience Movement (CDM)

Published on 08 Oct 2025

Aspect	Non-Cooperation Movement (NCM)	Civil Disobedience Movement (CDM)
Objective	To boycott British institutions and goods, pressuring for greater autonomy.	To challenge specific British laws, particularly the Salt Act, seeking full independence.
Scope and Scale	Nationwide movement with mass participation, millions boycotting British goods.	Widespread participation, focused on specific acts of civil disobedience, such as the Salt March.
Leadership	Led by Indian National Congress, under Mahatma Gandhi's leadership.	Spearheaded by Mahatma Gandhi, with the support of the Indian National Congress.
Nature of Protest	Boycott of British institutions and goods, promoting indigenous alternatives.	Civil disobedience, defiance of specific British laws through symbolic actions.
Outcome	Achieved some initial success but called off after Chauri Chaura incident.	Brought international attention, increased pressure on the British government, laid groundwork for future negotiations.

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