Social Movements — Sociology STD 12 Humanities — Question
CBSE BoardEnglish MediumSTD 12 HumanitiesSociologySocial Movements4 Marks
Question
Explain ‘Ecological Movement’ with special reference to ‘Chipko Movement.’
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Answer
Ecological Movement – Chipko Movement:
Chipko Movement started in the Himalayan foothills; to stop exploitation/depletion of forests and consequent environmental degradation.
Villagers rallied together to save the forests when contractors came to cut down the trees.
Large number of women stepped forward to hug the trees to prevent their being felled as their source of subsistence was at stake. (They relied on the forests for firewood, fodder & daily necessities.)
The movement focused on the economy, ecology, and political representation.
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