2014 Kiss of Love protest

The 2014 Kiss of Love protest was a series of demonstrations that took place in India, originally sparked by a crackdown on couples publicly displaying affection in Kochi, Kerala. Initiated on November 2, 2014, the protest aimed to challenge societal norms surrounding love and public displays of affection, particularly in a conservative environment often resistant to such expressions. The event featured participants engaging in public kissing and embracing, symbolizing a stand against moral policing and expressing support for individual freedoms. The protest gained significant media attention and ignited discussions on issues of love, sexuality, and the right to express affection in public spaces, resonating with broader struggles for personal liberties in contemporary India.