What was the chipko agitation against?

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RPF SI (2018) Official Paper (Held On :11 Jan 2019 Shift 3)

Answer 1

The correct answer is Deforestation.

Key Points

Originated in the 1970s in the Himalayan region of Uttarakhand (then part of Uttar Pradesh), India.
The movement was a form of non-violent protest where villagers hugged trees to prevent them from being cut down.
It was directed against the commercial logging practices that threatened the survival of the forests.
The Chipko movement played a pivotal role in forest conservation policies in India.
It is considered a successful example of environmental conservation through grassroots activism.

Additional Information

Option	Details
Industrial Development	Refers to the growth and expansion of industries, often leading to economic growth but can also cause environmental harm.
Mining	An activity involving the extraction of valuable minerals or other geological materials from the Earth, often criticized for environmental degradation.
Build Construction	Relates to the process of constructing buildings and infrastructure, which can have significant impacts on land use and the environment.