Question

Explain Narmada Bachao Andolan. 

Answer 1

1. This was started in 1986 under the leadership of Medha Patkar. It aimed primarily to educate those directly affected about the social and environmental impact of large development projects.
2. It began as a protest against the construction of dams in the Narmada valley in general. The Andolan mobilised and organised residents of the Narmada Valley on human rights, and environmental issues related to big dams.
3. The leaders of this movement are fighting against displacement and disregard of the rights of the people.