
Ramachandra Guha on the Origins of Indian Environmentalism
Ideas of India
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Legacy of Jai Prakash Narayan in Environmentalism
This chapter examines Jai Prakash Narayan's surprising influence on the environmental movement, particularly his inspiration for figures like Chandi Prasad Bhatt. It highlights the evolution of Indian environmentalism from the 1970s to the present, discussing key movements, intellectual developments, and the significance of a comprehensive historical narrative.
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