Appiko Movement Location
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Question (English)
The Appiko Movement, similar to the Chipko Movement, took place in which state?
- Uttarakhand
- Kerala
- Karnataka ✓ Correct
- Himachal Pradesh
Explanation:
Correct Answer Explanation
The Appiko Movement took place in Karnataka. 'Appiko' means 'to hug' in the local language.
Key Points:
- On 8 September 1983, felling of trees was started in Salkani forest in Sirsi district.
- 160 men, women and children hugged the trees and forced woodcutters to leave.
- They kept vigil for six weeks and saved 12,000 trees.
- The Chipko Movement aimed at protecting forests in the Himalayas.
Why Other Options Are Wrong
- A: Chipko Movement was in the Himalayan region.
- B, D: The Appiko Movement was specifically in Karnataka.
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