In 2003, a series of contentious parliamentary elections in Georgia led to widespread allegations of corruption and electoral fraud against President Eduard Shevardnadze's government. Opposition parties, particularly the United National Movement, mobilized citizens against what they deemed an unjust electoral process. The protests gained momentum as thousands of Georgians took to the streets, particularly in the capital city of Tbilisi, to express their dissatisfaction with the state of democracy in their country. The protesters utilized both peaceful demonstrations and acts of civil disobedience to amplify their demands. Tensions escalated leading up to the resignation, with the situation thoroughly covered by international media, amplifying pressure on the Shevardnadze administration.On November 23, demonstrators renewed their protests, culminating in a pivotal moment as they stormed the parliament building during a session meant to discuss the election results. This action symbolized the fervent desire for change among the Georgian populace. The culmination of weeks of protests ultimately compelled Shevardnadze to resign, marking a significant political shift in Georgia's history. His resignation was announced in a televised address where he stated he was stepping down in response to the people's demands for increased governance reforms. This marked the beginning of the Rose Revolution, a term coined due to the peaceful and orderly nature of the uprising.