Uncover how global environmental forces are transformed and enacted locally, offering crucial insights for India. This insightful study challenges the notion that globalization is a one-way street, revealing how specific social interactions constitute and propel global environmentalism. Dive into the compelling narratives of communities navigating environmental change, exploring complex human-animal relations and the rise of indigenous rights. Discover the often-unforeseen consequences of conservation efforts, much like the “revenge of wild elephants,” providing a vital perspective for understanding local impacts of global movements. Essential for students, researchers, and anyone interested in environmental politics and globalization in India.