Question

Which of the following were the outcome of the protests in Bolivia?

• A. The water rights were transferred to the multinational company.
• B. Free water supply was guarenteed to every Bolivian citizen.
• C. The contract with the multinational company was cancelled.
• D. The water supply rights was transferred to the municipality.

Answer 1

Answer: (C), (D)

The water supply rights was transferred to the municipality.

As a result of the combined protests from the Socialist party and the citizens, the government agreed to all the demands put forward by the protesters. The contract with the MNC was cancelled. The water supply rights were returned to the municipality at old rates.