OBJECTIVE FORESTRY

Detailed explanation-1: -The chipko movement which was started in Reni village in Garhwal in Uttarakhand. The main aim was to protect the trees by hugging them and not allowing cutting of these trees. This movement was also called Chipko Andolan.

Detailed explanation-2: -Chipko movement is related to conservation of forests in Garhwal Himalayas. In 1974, local women showed enormous bravery in protection of trees from cutting by contractors. The women hugged the trees and protect them. People all over the world have acclaimed the Chipko movement.

Detailed explanation-3: -The Chipko movement was a non-violent agitation in 1973 that was aimed at protection and conservation of trees, but, perhaps, it is best remembered for the collective mobilisation of women for the cause of preserving forests, which also brought about a change in attitude regarding their own status in society.

Detailed explanation-4: -Chipko Movement, started in 1970’s, was a non violent movement aimed at protection and conservation of trees and forests from being destroyed. The name of the Chipko moment originated from the word ‘embrace’ as the villagers used to hug the trees and protect them from wood cutters from cutting them.