explain narmada bahao andolan
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Narmada Bachao Andolan is a mass movement of tribals, farmers and environmentalists against the construction of the Sardar Sarovar Dam on the river Narmada. The movement was started in 1985 and headed by activist Medha Patkar. The main issue in the struggle is the displacement of a large number of people caused by the proposed construction of dams and their rehabilitation and compensation by the government. It has led to legal cases being fought in Supreme Court. The height of the proposed dam is another contentious issue as it would influence the amount of area that would be submerged after its construction. The environmental impacts of the dam include loss of forests and habitat. The movement has tried to create awareness about these issues and also tried to bring all affected people under one umbrella to raise their voice.
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