Question

What is Narmada Bachao Andolan ?

Answer 1

Narmada Bachao Andolan (NBA) is an Indian social movement initiated by native tribals (Adivasis), farmers, environmentalists and human rights activists against constructing of a large number dams and projects across river Narmada. The river flows through the states of Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra. Sardar Sarovar Dam in Gujarat is one of the biggest dams on the river and was one of the first focal points of the movement. It is a part of the Narmada Dam Project. The main aim is to provide irrigation and electricity to people of the above states.