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Hey, check out this interesting "Chipko Movement Quiz" that we've created here for you. The Chipko movement took forest conservation to a whole new level as they used to tie themselves to trees to prevent them from being cut down. Their techniques actually worked and saved a lot of trees. Take the quiz below and find out how much you can remember about this great movement. So, are you ready? Let's start then.

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1.

What is chipko movement often called?
- A.
  
  Afforestation
- B.
  
  Love for trees
- C.
  
  Chipko Andolan
- D.
  
  Chipko obsession
Correct Answer
C. Chipko Andolan

Explanation
The chipko Movement is also known as Chipko Andolan.

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2.

When did the Chipko movement start?
- A.
  
  1700AD
- B.
  
  1710 AD
- C.
  
  1720 AD
- D.
  
  1730AD
Correct Answer
D. 1730AD

Explanation
Chipko-type movement is dated back to 1730AD Khejarli Village.

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How many Bishnois sacrificed their lives to save Khejri trees?
- A.
  
  33
- B.
  
  363
- C.
  
  330
- D.
  
  360
Correct Answer
B. 363

Explanation
363 Bishnois sacrificed their lives to save the Khejri trees.

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4.

What year did the Sarvodaya Movement start?
- A.
  
  1955
- B.
  
  1980
- C.
  
  1970
- D.
  
  1964
Correct Answer
D. 1964

Explanation
It is inspired by Jayaprakash Narayan and the Sarvodaya Movement in year 1964.

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5.

Who were the greatest participant?
- A.
  
  Village elders
- B.
  
  Village women
- C.
  
  Village youth
- D.
  
  Village children
Correct Answer
B. Village women

Explanation
One of Chipko's most Salient features was the mass participation of Village Women.

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Which year did Chipko movement became a benchmark in socio-ecological movements?
- A.
  
  1983
- B.
  
  1972
- C.
  
  1945
- D.
  
  1998
Correct Answer
A. 1983

Explanation
The Chipko movement became a benchmark in socio-ecological movement in other forest areas of Himachal Pradesh, Rajasthan and Bihar in September of what year 1983.

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7.

Which other movement did the Chipko movement inspire?
- A.
  
  Kalatakha
- B.
  
  Andolan
- C.
  
  Appiko
- D.
  
  Bishnois
Correct Answer
C. Appiko

Explanation
In Karnataka state of India, Chipko also inspired Appiko movement. Both the Chipko movement and the Appiko movement were environmental movements in India that focused on the conservation of forests and the sustainable use of natural resources. The term "Appiko" means "embrace" or "hug," and it symbolizes the act of hugging trees to protect them from being cut down.

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8.

When was 30th anniversary of Chipko Movement celebrated?
- A.
  
  1984
- B.
  
  1994
- C.
  
  2004
- D.
  
  2014
Correct Answer
C. 2004

Explanation
The 30th year anniversary of Chipko movement was celebrated by Reni, Laata and other Villages of Niti Valley in 2004.

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What year did Chipko Movement begin in Modern India?
- A.
  
  1972
- B.
  
  1973
- C.
  
  1974
- D.
  
  1975
Correct Answer
B. 1973

Explanation
In modern India, Chipko movement begin in year 1973.

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Who marked Chipko Movement's 45th year anniversary?
- A.
  
  2017
- B.
  
  2014
- C.
  
  2018
- D.
  
  2004
Correct Answer
C. 2018

Explanation
On 26th of March 2018, Chipko movement a conservation initiative was marked on its 45th year anniversary by Google Doodle.

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Chipko Movement MCQ Quiz Questions And Answers

What is chipko movement often called?

When did the Chipko movement start?

How many Bishnois sacrificed their lives to save Khejri trees?

What year did the Sarvodaya Movement start?

Who were the greatest participant?

Which year did Chipko movement became a benchmark in socio-ecological movements?

Which other movement did the Chipko movement inspire?

When was 30th anniversary of Chipko Movement celebrated?

What year did Chipko Movement begin in Modern India?

Who marked Chipko Movement's 45th year anniversary?