Question

Which of the following global platforms brings together Human Rights activists, environmentalists, labor, youth, and women activists opposed to neoliberal globalization?

• A. World Economic Forum
• B. World Social Forum
• C. World Cultural Forum
• D. G-20

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

The global platform that brings together human rights activists, environmentalists, labor, youth, and women activists opposed to neoliberal globalization is the World Social Forum.

Additional Context:

• Founded in 2001 as a counterpoint to the World Economic Forum in Davos
• Motto: "Another World is Possible"
• First held in Porto Alegre, Brazil
• Operates as an open meeting space for civil society organizations
• Focuses on alternative models to corporate globalization
• Not affiliated with any political party or government

Correct Answer: (2) World Social Forum

Answer 2

• The World Social Forum (WSF) is a global platform that brings together human rights activists, environmentalists, labor, youth, and women activists.
• WSF opposes neoliberal globalization and promotes alternative ideas for social justice, democracy, and sustainable development.
• The World Economic Forum and G-20 are more focused on economic policies and global governance by political and business leaders.
• The World Cultural Forum focuses on cultural issues but is not primarily a platform for activism against neoliberal globalization.

The correct answer is (2): World Social Forum