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2017 was the year of protests - here are the most powerful photos from the turbulent year

Michal KranzDec 18, 2017, 19:32 IST

A protestor hoists a Venezuelan flag as a part of the Supreme Court of Justice burns in Caracas.Carlos Garcia Rawlins/Reuters

With nationalism and authoritarianism sweeping the globe, 2017 saw protests and marches break out from India to Kenya to the United States.

The massive political gatherings that have taken place across the world this year featured incredible scenes of human resilience and perseverance, and reporters have been there to cover every one.

Here are 17 of the most inspiring photos from protests this year: