Question

mention examples of single issue and long term movements and distinguish between the two​

Answer 1

Single issue movements

1.these movements are issue specific movements that seek to achieve a single objective within a limited time frame.

2.These movements have a clear leadership and some organization.

3.Eg:-Narmada Bachao Andolan.

Long term movements

1.These are more general movements that seek to achieve a broad goal in a very long term.

2.These have separate organizations,independent leaderships and different views on policy matters.

3.Eg:-environmental movement,womens movement.

Answer 2

•Single issue movement - A Single issue movement focuses on a single issue that seeks to achieve a single objective within a limited time period.

For example – Narmada Bachao Andolan began in response to the construction of the Sardar Sarovar Dam that displaced a no. of people.

•Long-term movement - A long-term movement focuses on various aspects and involves more than one issue, unlike singleissue movements.

For example - the women's movement and various environment-related movements that came up in response to the various questions raised in society.