The conflict over Tehri Dam on the Bhagirathi River involved environmentalists opposing it due to seismic risks, displacement of thousands, and submergence of fertile lands and forests. How many villages were displaced by the Tehri Dam project, what was its power generation capacity upon commissioning in 2006, and who led prolonged protests including hunger strikes against it?

  • 10 villages, 100 MW
  • Over 100 villages, 1000 MW, Sunderlal Bahuguna
  • 50 villages, 5000 MW
  • 1 village, 10 MW
Answer: 2