Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

General Test

Chapter

General Knowledge

Question:

Reni Village in Garhwal was known for what environmental movement in 1970?

Options:

Save Silent Valley Movement

Chipko Movement

Jungle Bachao Andolan

Appiko Movement

Correct Answer:

Chipko Movement

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (2) → Chipko Movement

Reni Village in Garhwal, Uttarakhand, was known for the Chipko Movement, an environmental movement that gained prominence in the 1970s. The movement involved local communities, especially women, hugging trees to prevent them from being cut down, thereby highlighting the importance of environmental conservation and sustainable forest management.