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Ramachandra Guha on what India's forgotten environmentalists can teach us

The Sandip Roy Show

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Echoes of Environmental Thought in India

This chapter delves into the influential work of M. Krishnan and other forgotten environmentalists in India, examining their unique contributions to the discourse on biodiversity and sustainable practices. It highlights the complexities faced by early environmental advocates under colonial rule and contrasts differing perspectives on industrialization among notable leaders like Nehru and Kumarappa. Ultimately, the chapter calls for a revival of these voices, emphasizing the relevance of their ideas in contemporary environmental debates.

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