Ramachandra Guha on the Origins of Indian Environmentalism
Ideas of India
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Contrasting Visions of Development
This chapter examines the differing perspectives of Patrick Geddes and JC Kumarappa on development and environmentalism in India. It highlights Geddes' focus on urban growth and economic development alongside Kumarappa's emphasis on sustainable village life and self-sufficiency. The discussion addresses the complexities of environmentalism and critiques the romanticization of traditional practices while considering the realities of urbanization and ecological limits.
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