What Does Anarchy and Anarchism Mean? Here’s the Explanation

Lately, a wave of demonstrations has occurred in various cities in Indonesia. Students and the public have taken to the streets to voice demands related to the increase in DPR allowances and financial transparency of the country by 2025. Amidst the heated actions, the question arises: What is the meaning of ‘anarchy’ and ‘anarchism’? Anarchy refers to a state of disorder due to the absence or non-recognition of authority. On the other hand, ‘anarchism’ is a political theory advocating for a society based on voluntary cooperation without a central authority.