Aung San Suu Kyi's political activism was primarily motivated by her commitment to democracy and human rights in Myanmar. Following the military coup in 1962, she became increasingly aware of the oppression faced by her citizens. Inspired by the principles of nonviolent resistance and her extensive education, she emerged as a national figure in the late 1980s. The violence perpetrated against her party, the National League for Democracy, only fueled her determination. Her pursuit of freedom and justice has made her a symbol of hope for oppressed people worldwide, despite her later controversies regarding her government’s actions.