Which movement in Uttarakhand was a community effort to protect trees by hugging them?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A. The Chipko Movement
- Step 1: The Chipko Movement began in the 1970s in the Himalayan region. Answer: The Chipko Movement. Why not the others: The Appiko Movement, The Silent Valley Movement and The Narmada Bachao Andolan don't fit.
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