Vandana Shiva
Vandana Shiva is an Indian scholar, environmental activist, food sovereignty advocate, ecofeminist and anti-globalization author. Based in Delhi, Shiva has written more than 20 books. She is often referred to as "Gandhi of grain" for her activism associated with the anti-GMO movement.
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- Born in
- Dehradun
- Educated at
- Panjab UniversityUniversity of GuelphWestern UniversitySt. Mary's Convent High School
- Awards
- 🏆 Right Livelihood Award🏆 Thomas Merton Award🏆 The Glass of Reason🏆 Sydney Peace Prize
- Doctoral Advisors
- 🎓 Jeffrey Bub
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1952
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