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What is the 'Chipko Movement' in India primarily related to, and who was its pioneer?

1.
Cleaning of rivers; Rajendra Singh
2.
Stopping the cutting of trees in forests; Sunderlal Bahuguna
3.
Hunting of wildlife; Salim Ali
4.
Pollution control; Medha Patkar

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Option 2 : Stopping the cutting of trees in forests; Sunderlal Bahuguna (Option B)
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The correct answer is Option 2: Stopping the cutting of trees in forests; Sunderlal Bahuguna.

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Exam PaperJPSC GS Paper 1 Test 12
SectionJPSC GS Paper 1 Test 12
Total Marks200 Marks
Negative MarkingNONE Marks
Duration120 Mins
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