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The Government response to Chipko led to:

AReforestation in deserts

BA ban on cutting green trees in the Himalayan region

CNational Tree Planting Day

DThe formation of National Green Tribunal

Answer:

B. A ban on cutting green trees in the Himalayan region

Read Explanation:

  • In 1980, Indira Gandhi announced a 15-year ban on felling of green trees in the Himalayan region as a response to Chipko.


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