Read the passage and answer the question:

As the global demand for steel increases, Orissa, which has one of the largest reserves of untapped iron ore in the country, is being seen as an important investment destination. The State government hopes to cash in on this unprecedented demand for iron ore and has signed Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with both international and domestic steel makers. The government believes that this would bring in necessary capital investment and proivde a lot of employment opportunities. The iron ore resources lie in some of the most underdeveloped and predominantly tribal districts of the state.

What was the fear of the 'environmentalists' regarding the setting up of industries in Orissa?

Pollution of the environment.

The correct answer is Option 1 - Pollution of the environment.

The environmentalists feared that mining and industry would pollute the environment.

Option 1- Pollution of the environment. (Concern of environmentalists)
Option 2- Loss of livelihood. (Concern of tribal population)
Option 3- Displacement of the population. (Concern of tribal population)
Option 4- All of the above.

Different people had different concerns/fears regarding the setting up of Industry in the region (Orisssa):

The tribal population fears that the setting up of industries would mean displacement from their home and livelihoods.

The environmentalists fear that mining and industry would pollute the environment.

The central government feels that if the industry is not allowed it would set a bad example and discourage investments in the country.