Question

When did the public protest against the Coca-Cola company begin in Plachimada?

• A. April 22, 2000
• B. April 22, 2001
• C. April 22, 2002
• D. April 22, 2003

Answer 1

Answer:

C. April 22, 2002

• The district where Plachimada is located - Perumatti (Palakkad)

• The establishment of the Coca-Cola factory in Plachimada adversely affected the area's water sources and led to a severe shortage of clean water. Additionally, the soil became contaminated with hazardous substances like cadmium and other chemicals.

• The public protest against the company began on April 22, 2002.