Morcha was created for the Creative Dissent module at Loughborough University.
The name of the website “morcha” /ˈmɔːrtʃə/, of Indian english origin was chosen for its meaning of a large protest organised to support a particular idea or political party.
In this website you will find blog posts and the seminar tasks.
Summaries of my Blog Entries
In my blog post Symbols of Resistance, I explore how ordinary objects become powerful tools of protest and collective expression. Inspired by the Ambiguous Standards Institute’s (ASI) selection of items like umbrellas, cloth hangers, and paper planes, I focused on the emotional weight these objects carry when reimagined through acts of resistance. My blog reclaims the quiet power of everyday materials, showing how familiar forms can transform into bold statements of identity, solidarity, and change.
In my blog post Ruining Art for Policy Change, I critique the recent trend of using art destruction as a protest tactic. I argue that while protest seeks attention, targeting cultural symbols risks alienating the public and weakening the cause. Instead, I call for forms of activism that harness art’s power to unite, inspire, and drive meaningful change.
In my blog post Music as a Tool for Activism, I explore how songs like Sam Cooke’s “A Change Is Gonna Come,” Kendrick Lamar’s “Alright,” and Childish Gambino’s “This Is America” transcend entertainment to become enduring symbols of protest. These tracks channel collective emotion into powerful calls for justice, proving that music can resonate across generations and movements. This project deepened my understanding of how sound becomes a vessel for resistance, unity, and social change.
Website: https://morcha0.wordpress.com/
