Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Political Science

Chapter

Politics in India Since Independence: Rise of Popular Movements

Question:

What was the final decision of the Supreme court in Narmada Bachao Andolan?

Options:

It decided to dismiss the government’s decision to go ahead with the construction of the dam.

It upheld the government’s decision to go ahead with the construction of the dam without any assurance of proper rehabilitation of the displaced masses.

It upheld the government’s decision to go ahead with the construction of the dam while also instructing to ensure proper rehabilitation.

The supreme court was not involved in the case, rather a high court was.

Correct Answer:

It upheld the government’s decision to go ahead with the construction of the dam while also instructing to ensure proper rehabilitation.

Explanation:

The Supreme Court upheld the government’s decision to go ahead with the construction of the dam while also instructing to ensure proper rehabilitation.