Society, Resistance and Civil Nuclear Policy in India: Nuclearising the State

This book examines the impact of anti-nuclear social movements on India's civil nuclear policy and implementation. It argues that the success of these movements in impeding the inception of nuclear plants is influenced by their collective action repertoires, politicization of nuclear power, developmental paradigm, and state input structures. Case studies of Haripur, Kudankulam, and Kovvada show how the implementation of civil nuclear policy is also determined by the state's technical and financial capacity and effective international collaboration. The book offers a new perspective on India's civil nuclear policy and anti-nuclear opposition, particularly in the context of South Asia and the Global South.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 214 pages
Publication date: 01 August 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This comprehensive book delves into the profound impact of anti-nuclear social movements on the states civil nuclear policy and its implementation. By undertaking a historical-comparative case study of anti-nuclear movements in India, the author aims to unravel the intricate dynamics that shape these movements' ability to impede the inception of nuclear plants, a crucial component of India's civil nuclear policy. Through the application of social movement theory and rigorous empirical methods, the book showcases that the success of anti-nuclear movements in deterring the establishment of nuclear plants is contingent upon a multitude of factors, including their collective action repertoires, the politicization of nuclear power, the broader developmental paradigm of the state, and the openness of state input structures.

The case studies presented in the book shed light on the intricate processes that govern the implementation of civil nuclear policy. These case studies, which include Haripur, Kudankulam, and Kovvada, illustrate how the states technical and financial capacity, as well as its effective international collaboration, play a pivotal role in shaping the outcomes of civil nuclear development. By examining these case studies in detail, the book offers a fresh perspective on the study of India's civil nuclear policy and anti-nuclear opposition. It provides valuable insights for researchers interested in social movements, state-society relations, energy studies, and civil nuclear energy within the broader context of South Asia and the Global South.

In conclusion, this book is a valuable contribution to the field of social sciences, offering a comprehensive analysis of the interplay between anti-nuclear social movements and the states civil nuclear policy. By exploring the historical, political, and social factors that influence these movements, the author provides a rich understanding of the complex dynamics that shape India's civil nuclear landscape. This book will undoubtedly appeal to scholars, researchers, and policymakers seeking to gain a deeper understanding of the challenges and opportunities associated with nuclear energy development in South Asia and beyond.

Weight: 420g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367607555