What is a common fear among tribal populations and environmentalists regarding industrialization in India?
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 2
The correct answer is Option (2) → Displacement, loss of livelihood, and environmental degradation
Option (1) Growth, upward mobility, and responsible environmental regime. — Incorrect. These are hopes, not fears.
Option (2) Displacement, loss of livelihood, and environmental degradation — Correct. The tribal population fears displacement from their home and livelihood, and environmentalists fear that mining and industry would pollute the environment.
Option (3) Zamindari system and loss of Private Property. — Incorrect. The zamindari system has no link with fears about new industries.
Option (4) Rural Upliftment, tax regimes and environmental revitalisation. — Incorrect. These are benefits, not fears.
NCERT (2025-26): “… The iron ore resources lie in some of the most underdeveloped and predominantly tribal districts of the state. The tribal population fears that the setting up of industries would mean displacement from their home and livelihood. The environmentalists fear that mining and industry would pollute the environment.” |