Black Consciousness

Definition

A movement encouraging black South Africans to reject racial inferiority, develop pride and organise independently against oppression.

Used by OCR

Paper 1

Black Consciousness encouraged pride and self-assertion rather than acceptance of white domination. School and student organisations provided places where that confidence could become collective action.
Revise: Impact of Resistance and the State Response

Create a free account to read GCSE History revision notes for your exam board and track your progress.

GCSE History · key term

A movement encouraging black South Africans to reject racial inferiority, develop pride and organise independently against oppression.

Used by OCR

Paper 1

Black Consciousness encouraged pride and self-assertion rather than acceptance of white domination. School and student organisations provided places where that confidence could become collective action.
Revise: Impact of Resistance and the State Response

Create a free account to read GCSE History revision notes for your exam board and track your progress.