Chipko Movement: 50 Years of Embracing Trees, Changing the World
Why in news? The golden jubilee of the Chipko Movement, a landmark environmental movement that rose from the foothills of the Himalayas in Uttarakhand. This non-violent movement, known for its imagery of villagers embracing trees, left an indelible mark on India’s environmental consciousness. Roots of the Chipko Movement (1970s) The lush forests of Uttarakhand faced … Read more