Question

What is Chipko Andolan ( hug the tree movement)?
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Answer 1

IN THESE MOVEMENT, THE PEOPLE OF DIFFERENT VILLAGES USED TO HUG TREES IN ORDER TO PROTECT THE TREES FROM THE WOODCUTTERS WHO WOULD USE THESE TREE FOR ECONOMIC USES.

Answer 2

Answer:

Chipko Andolan refers to a non-violent movement for conservation of forest. The movement saw people forming circles around the tree and hugging it to save from being cut down. It started in the 1970s and got its name from the obvious reason of people embracing the trees (as Chipko stands for embrace, hug and to stick)