Nepriklausomyb
Nepriklausomybė is the Lithuanian term for independence, the condition of being free from external control and capable of self-government. In political terms it denotes sovereignty: the state or people possess full authority to determine their laws, policies, and international relations without coercion from another state or power. The concept can apply to nations, regions, organizations, or individuals. The word is formed from ne- (not) + priklausomas (dependent) with the noun suffix -ybė.
Independence is typically achieved through declarations, referendums, or political agreements and often requires international recognition to
Throughout history, movements for independence have reshaped borders and governance, including decolonization after World War II