1. Social Change in India through
Social Movements : Peasant
movement, Labour movement,
Dalit movement , Women’s
movement ,Environmental
movement
2. Introduction
Social movements are collective efforts to bring
about social change through a variety of
means, such as protests, activism, and
community organizing.
In this presentation, we will explore the different
social movements in India, including the
peasant movement, labour movement, Dalit
movement, women's movement, and
environmental movement.
3. Peasant Movement
The peasant movement in India refers to
collective efforts by rural communities to
demand land reforms and fair prices for their
produce.
Examples of peasant movements in India
include the Telangana Peasant Armed Struggle
and the Naxalite movement.
The impact of peasant movements on social
change in India has been significant, with the
government implementing land reforms and
other policies to address the needs of rural
communities.
4. Labour Movement
The labour movement in India refers to
collective efforts by workers to demand better
working conditions, fair wages, and the right to
unionize.
Examples of labour movements in India include
the Mumbai textile workers' strike and the Maruti
Suzuki workers' strike.
The impact of the labour movement on social
change in India has been significant, with the
government implementing labour laws and
policies to protect workers' rights.
5. Dalit Movement
The Dalit movement in India refers to collective
efforts by Dalits (formerly known as
"untouchables") to demand social and political
equality.
Examples of Dalit movements in India include
the Dalit Panthers and the Bhim Army.
The impact of the Dalit movement on social
change in India has been significant, with the
government implementing affirmative action
policies to address the historical oppression of
Dalits.
6. Women’s Movement
The women's movement in India refers to
collective efforts by women to demand gender
equality and women's rights.
Examples of women's movements in India
include the Chipko movement and the #MeToo
movement.
The impact of the women's movement on
social change in India has been significant, with
the government implementing laws and policies
to protect women's rights and address gender-
based violence
7. Environmental Movement
The environmental movement in India refers to
collective efforts to protect the natural
environment and promote sustainable
development.
Examples of environmental movements in India
include the Narmada Bachao Andolan and the
Save Western Ghats movement.
The impact of the environmental movement on
social change in India has been significant, with
the government implementing policies to
address environmental degradation and
promote sustainable development.
