Question

Which of the following movements was carried out by people against degradation of forests to safeguard environment?

• A. Chipko movement
• B. Boodan movement
• C. Both A and B
• D. None

Answer 1

Answer: (A)

Chipko movement

The Chipko movement or chipko andolan was primarily a forest conservation movement in India that began in 1973 and went on to become a rallying point for many future environmental movements all over the world; it created a precedent for non-violent protest started in India.