<p>Table of Contents:**<br><br>**

Chapter 1

: Introduction**<br>1.1 Background and Context<br>1.2 Problem Statement<br>1.3 Objectives of the Study<br>1.4 Scope and Significance<br>1.5 Research Methodology<br>1.6 Structure of the Thesis<br><br>**

Chapter 2

: Theoretical Perspectives on Social Movements**<br>2.1 Definitions and Concepts<br>2.2 Classical Theories of Social Movements<br>2.3 New Social Movement Theory<br>2.4 Resource Mobilization Theory<br>2.5 Framing and Identity Politics<br>2.6 Intersectionality in Social Movements<br>2.7 Conclusion and Summary<br><br>**

Chapter 3

: Historical Overview of Social Movements**<br>3.1 Early Social Reform Movements<br>3.2 Civil Rights and Racial Justice Movements<br>3.3 Feminist and Gender Equality Movements<br>3.4 Labor and Worker Rights Movements<br>3.5 Environmental and Ecological Movements<br>3.6 LGBTQ+ Rights and Pride Movements<br>3.7 Conclusion and Summary<br><br>**

Chapter 4

: Strategies and Tactics of Social Movements**<br>4.1 Protest and Direct Action<br>4.2 Legal and Policy Advocacy<br>4.3 Nonviolent Resistance and Civil Disobedience<br>4.4 Media and Communication Strategies<br>4.5 Community Organizing and Mobilization<br>4.6 Digital Activism and Online Campaigns<br>4.7 Conclusion and Summary<br><br>**

Chapter 5

: Impact and Legacy of Social Movements**<br>5.1 Policy Reforms and Legislative Changes<br>5.2 Cultural Shifts and Normative Change<br>5.3 Social Movement Organizations and Networks<br>5.4 Challenges and Criticisms of Social Movements<br>5.5 Intersectionality and Solidarity Building<br>5.6 Future Directions of Social Movements<br>5.7 Conclusion and Summary <br></p>