Question

Amrita Devi Bishnoi sacrificed her life for the protection of

• A. Sal trees
• B. Pine trees
• C. Khejri trees
• D. Alpine meadows

Answer 1

The correct option is C

Khejri trees

The correct answer is option C.

Explanation of the correct option:

1. The Bishnoi community is known for its peaceful coexistence with nature.
2. Amrita Devi Bishnoi first sacrificed her life by hugging a Khejri tree and preventing it from being cut down by the king's men.
3. Following her, 363 other villagers also sacrificed their lives to protect the Khejri trees.
4. The Chipko movement initiated in 1973 was an inspiration by the story of Amrita Devi Bishnoi.
5. Sunderlal Bahuguna, an eco-activist started this movement in the Himalayan region of Uttarakhand.
6. It was a nonviolent social and ecological movement adopted by the rural people aimed at conserving forests.
7. It was a forest conservation movement to prevent government-backed logging.

Final answer: Hence, Amrita Devi Bishnoi sacrificed her life for the protection of Khejri trees.