Question : The Chipko Movement's legacy in environmental activism is characterized by its:
Option 1: Emphasis on technological solutions
Option 2: Focus on market-driven conservation
Option 3: Grassroots, community-driven approach
Option 4: Advocacy for deregulation of environmental policies
Correct Answer: Grassroots, community-driven approach
Solution : The Chipko Movement's legacy in environmental activism is characterized by its grassroots, community-driven approach, which has inspired similar non-violent, participatory environmental movements globally.
Question : The Chipko Movement's approach to environmental conservation can be described as:
Option 1: Technologically driven
Option 2: Market-oriented
Option 3: Community-based and non-violent
Option 4: Government-led initiative
Question : The Chipko Movement is an example of:
Option 1: A political campaign for office
Option 2: A religious revival movement
Option 3: A grassroots environmental conservation effort
Option 4: An urban development initiative
Question : The Chipko Movement's emphasis on "tree-hugging" as a form of protest is an example of:
Option 1: Market-based environmentalism
Option 2: Eco-terrorism
Option 3: Non-violent direct action
Option 4: Technocentric environmentalism
Question : What was a notable aspect of the United Front government's policy approach?
Option 1: Emphasis on market-oriented reforms
Option 2: Focus on strengthening the defense sector
Option 3: Prioritization of social justice and secularism
Option 4: Implementation of stringent environmental regulations
Question : India's environmental policies focus on:
Option 1: Prioritizing short-term economic gains over long-term sustainability
Option 2: Rejecting international collaboration on environmental issues
Option 3: Balancing economic development with environmental conservation
Option 4: Ignoring the impacts of climate change on development
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