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== Catalan Independence Movement ==

The Catalan independence movement is a political and social movement that seeks the independence of Catalonia from Spain. The movement has a long history, with roots tracing back to the early 20th century, and has gained significant momentum in recent decades.

Historical Background

The origins of the Catalan independence movement can be traced back to the Renaixença, a cultural renaissance in the 19th century that revived Catalan language and culture. The movement gained political traction in the early 20th century with the establishment of the Mancomunitat de Catalunya in 1914, which was an administrative body that sought greater autonomy for Catalonia.

During the Second Spanish Republic (1931-1939), Catalonia was granted a statute of autonomy, but this was revoked after the Spanish Civil War when Francisco Franco's dictatorship suppressed Catalan institutions and culture.

Modern Movement

The modern Catalan independence movement began to gain significant traction in the late 20th and early 21st centuries. In 2006, a new Statute of Autonomy was approved, granting Catalonia greater powers, but it was partially struck down by the Constitutional Court of Spain in 2010, leading to widespread protests.

In 2012, a massive demonstration on Catalonia's National Day (Diada) called for independence, and in 2014, a non-binding referendum showed strong support for independence. The movement reached a peak in 2017 when the Catalan government held an independence referendum on October 1, which was deemed illegal by the Spanish government. Despite a police crackdown, the referendum resulted in a majority voting for independence, leading the Catalan Parliament to declare independence on October 27, 2017. The Spanish government responded by imposing direct rule on Catalonia and arresting several Catalan leaders.

Political Parties and Organizations

Several political parties and organizations support Catalan independence, including:

• Esquerra Republicana de Catalunya (ERC)
• Junts per Catalunya (JxCat)
• Candidatura d'Unitat Popular (CUP)
• Assemblea Nacional Catalana (ANC)
• Òmnium Cultural

Current Status

As of now, the Catalan independence movement remains a significant political issue in Spain. The movement continues to have strong support within Catalonia, but it faces opposition from the Spanish government and other regions of Spain. Efforts for dialogue and negotiation between the Catalan and Spanish governments are ongoing, but a resolution has yet to be reached.

Related Pages

• Catalonia
• History of Catalonia
• Politics of Catalonia
• Spanish Constitution of 1978
• Spanish transition to democracy
• Basque nationalism