Conservation and People - Case Studies

The video discusses the importance of Earth's green cover and the role of forests in maintaining ecological balance. It highlights the conservation efforts of the Bishnoi community in India, including the sacrifice of Amrita Devi to protect Khejri trees. The Chipko Movement, a nonviolent protest to prevent deforestation, is explored, along with its impact on environmental awareness. The concept of Joint Forest Management in India, which involves local communities in forest protection, is also covered.

What was the primary reason Amrita Devi and the Bishnoi community protested against the king's men?

• To gain political power

• To protect the Khejri trees from being cut down

• To demand more land for agriculture

• To request better living conditions

Which award was instituted by the Indian government to honor wildlife protection efforts?

• Amrita Devi Bishnoi Wildlife Protection Award

• Chipko Award

• Forest Conservation Award

• Green Earth Award

What does the term 'Chipko' mean in the context of the Chipko Movement?

• To plant

• To cut

• To stick to or embrace

• To grow

Who was the environmentalist that popularized the Chipko Movement in the 1980s?

• Sunderlal Bahuguna

• Amrita Devi

• Chandi Prasad Bhatt

• Mahatma Gandhi

What is the main benefit for local communities participating in Joint Forest Management?

• Access to timber for construction

• Use of non-timber forest products

• Ownership of forest land

• Exemption from forest laws