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GCSE Citizenship Studies · key term
Action that directly intervenes in a situation to highlight an issue or apply pressure, rather than relying only on requests to representatives.
Used by AQA and Edexcel
Paper 1
Revise: Assessing Active CitizenshipDirect action intervenes more immediately, for example through an occupation or blockade. It can attract attention quickly, but some actions break the law and may lead to arrest or fines.
Paper 2
Personal involvement in action intended to bring about change, rather than relying solely on others to act.
Distinguish direct action from direct democracy. Personally taking part in an election does not mean voters make government decisions themselves.
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Direct action involves citizens taking part personally in action intended to bring about change. Voting, standing for election and joining a demonstration are examples of direct personal involvement. Indirect action works through representatives or organisations: for example, persuading an MP or campaigning through an interest group.
