Syllabus: Ecology Source: TH Context: Ramachandra Guha recently discussed the three waves of Indian environmentalism at NCBS, Bengaluru, tracing its origins from colonial industrialization to modern climate activism. About Environmentalism: Environmentalism is a socio-political movement that promotes harmonious coexistence between humans and nature. It arose as a response to unchecked industrialization, focusing on ecological balance, sustainability, and …
GS Paper 1 Syllabus: Women/Environment Movement in Indian Society Source: DTE Context: The Chipko movement, which originated in the 1970s in the Himalayan villages of Reni and Mandal, marked its 50th anniversary recently. What was the Chipko movement? The Chipko movement was a non-violent protest that began in the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand …
ARCHIVES 31 October 2014 Post-Independence History 1) Compare and contrast Narmada Bachao Andolan with Chipko Movement. (200 Words) Reference Reference-2 2) Critically examine the various issue that were involved during the Silent Valley Movement. Also explain its significance to conservation of environment and people’s movements in India. (200 Words) Reference-1 Reference-2
