What role have forums like the 'Indian Social Forum' played in the resistance to globalization in India?

Providing a platform for left-wing protests

The correct answer is Option 4 -Providing a platform for left-wing protests

Forums like the Indian Social Forum have provided a platform for left-wing protests against economic liberalization, contributing to the resistance to globalization in India.

Resistance to globalisation in India has come from different quarters. There have been left wing protests to economic liberalisation voiced through political parties as well as through forums like the Indian Social Forum. Trade unions of industrial workforce as well as those representing farmer interests have organised protests against the entry of multinationals. The patenting of certain plants like Neem by American and European firms has also generated considerable opposition. Resistance to globalisation has also come from the political right. This has taken the form of objecting particularly to various cultural influences — ranging from the availability of foreign TV channels provided by cable networks, celebration of Valentine’s Day, and westernisation of the dress tastes of girl students in schools and colleges.