Practice Chipko Movement (1973) (3.3.1) - Chapter 6: Movements for Women’s Rights

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Question 1.
What was the primary method used in the Chipko Movement?
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Think about the term 'Chipko' and what it means in Hindi.
Question 2.
Name one leader of the Chipko Movement.
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Consider the influential figures in the movement.
3Question 3.
What does the term 'Chipko' mean?
- Hugging
- Deforestation
- Protection
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Think about how the activists physically engaged with the trees.
4Question 4.
True or False: The Chipko Movement was initiated primarily by men.
- True
- False
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Consider the historical context of women's involvement in environmental activism.
Question 5.
Evaluate the methods utilized by the Chipko Movement. How effective were non-violent protests in achieving the movement's goals?
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Think about how the peaceful nature of their protests affected public perception.
Question 6.
Discuss the role of gender in the Chipko Movement. How did women’s involvement shape its outcome?
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Focus on the interaction between gender activism and environmental issues.

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