What is indirect lobbying, and what are some examples of this type of lobbying?

What will be an ideal response?


Indirect lobbying consists of attempts to influence government policymakers by encouraging the general public to put pressure on them. Examples include the following: public education campaigns, issue advocacy ads, direct mailings, public mobilization efforts, social protest, mass movements, and protests. Grassroots lobbying is yet another example and should be distinguished from astroturf lobbying, which is manipulative in nature, rather than springing from legitimate public concern.

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What will be an ideal response?

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