The act of rebellion that occurred during the Salt March led by Mahatma Gandhi in 1930 was a nonviolent protest against the British salt tax. Gandhi and a group of followers marched approximately 240 miles to the Arabian Sea, where they collected salt from the shore, defying British laws. This act of civil disobedience was pivotal in the Indian independence movement, as it galvanized public opinion against British rule and highlighted the injustices of colonial policies. The Salt March became a symbol of peaceful resistance and showcased Gandhi's commitment to nonviolent protest as a means for social change.