Topic: Post-independence consolidation and reorganization within the country.
1. Critically analyse the nature and the legacy of the Narmada Bachao Andolan. Do you think it played a part in imparting environmental consciousness to the masses in India? (250 words)
Difficulty level: Tough
Reference: Insights on India , Indian Express
Why the question:
Narmada Bachao Andolan (NBA) is an Indian social movement spearheaded by native tribals (adivasis), farmers, environmentalists and human rights activists against a number of large dam projects across the Narmada River.
Key Demand of the question:
To write about the nature and legacy of Narmada Bachao Andolan and its impact.
Directive word:
Critically analyze – When asked to analyse, you must examine methodically the structure or nature of the topic by separating it into component parts and present them in a summary. When ‘critically’ is suffixed or prefixed to a directive, one needs to look at the good and bad of the topic and give a balanced judgment on the topic.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Begin by giving the aims behind the launch of Narmada Bachao Andolan.
Body:
In the first part, write about the major features of the Narmada Bachao Andolan and its participants and major leaders.
Next, write about the nature and legacy of the Narmada Bachao Andolan as an environmental movement and its role in modern politics. Mention the criticism of the movement.
Next, write about the impact of Narmada Bachao Andolan and its role in generating environmental consciousness in the country.
Conclusion:
Conclude by writing a balanced opinion.
