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Who spearheaded the Chipko movement?
Who spearheaded the Chipko movement?
- Sundarlal Bahuguna (correct)
- Local villagers
- Commercial enterprises
- Environmentalists
What does the word 'Chipko' mean in Hindi?
What does the word 'Chipko' mean in Hindi?
- Embrace
- Hug (correct)
- Cut down
- Protect
Where did the Chipko movement originate?
Where did the Chipko movement originate?
- State of Uttarakhand
- Himalayan region of India
- Mandal village in Uttarakhand (correct)
- State of Uttar Pradesh
Who recognized the importance of forests for their livelihoods and the environment?
Who recognized the importance of forests for their livelihoods and the environment?
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When did the Chipko movement gain momentum?
When did the Chipko movement gain momentum?
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Study Notes
The Chipko Movement
- The Chipko movement was spearheaded by a group of local women led by Chandi Prasad Bhatt and Sunderlal Bahuguna.
- The word 'Chipko' means 'to hug' or 'to cling to' in Hindi.
- The Chipko movement originated in the Himalayan region of Uttarakhand, India.
- The local villagers, particularly women, recognized the importance of forests for their livelihoods and the environment.
- The Chipko movement gained momentum in the 1970s, specifically in 1973, as a response to the rapid deforestation in the region.
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Test your knowledge about the Chipko movement, a pioneering environmental movement in India. Learn about its origins, significance, and key events through this quiz. Discover the meaning behind the term "Chipko" and how this movement aimed to protect forests and promote sustainable development.
