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 …
GS Paper 1 Syllabus: Indian Society/ Indian History Source: IE Context: The article highlights the often-underappreciated role of women in India’s journey towards becoming a republic, focusing on their efforts in securing national freedom and women’s rights, particularly the right to vote. Women’s contribution to Freedom Struggle: Throughout India’s struggle for independence, women …
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