noun
Geological term for the upward movement of the earth's crust. Also used metaphorically for social or economic uplift.
この地域では、地殻の押し上げによって山が形成された。
In this region, mountains were formed by the upheaval of the earth's crust.
経済政策は貧困層
The economic policy aims at the uplift of the poor.
隆起 is a more common geological term for uplift, while 押し上げ emphasizes the pushing-up force.
Compound of 押し (push) + 上げ (raise).