Question

Who is recognized as the leader of the Plachimada struggle?

• A. K. Jayakumar
• B. Mayilamma
• C. Arundhati Roy
• D. Medha Patkar

Answer 1

Answer:

B. Mayilamma

• 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.

• The leader of the Plachimada struggle - Mayilamma

• The commission appointed by the government to study the issues in Plachimada - K. Jayakumar Commission