Contemporary
2016~2017년민주화
Candlelight Rallies and Presidential Impeachment
Massive candlelight rallies protesting the abuse of presidential power swept the country. In 2017, the Constitutional Court upheld the impeachment of the president. It stands as a landmark example of peaceful civic action changing the course of politics.
Key developments
- 국정 농단State Affairs Manipulation Scandal
Revelations that a secret civilian associate had manipulated state affairs triggered a major political crisis.
- 2016년 가을Candlelight Protests Begin
Candlelight vigils beginning at Gwanghwamun Square in autumn 2016 spread nationwide, drawing millions of participants.
- 국회 탄핵소추National Assembly Impeachment Vote
The National Assembly passed an impeachment motion, suspending the president's powers with the Prime Minister serving as acting president.
- 2017.3.10Constitutional Court Upholds Impeachment
The Constitutional Court unanimously upheld the impeachment, removing the president from office.