● Hug the tree was a movement aimed to protect the trees and forests from being destroyed.
● This movement is also called as Chipko Andolan and started by Sunder Lal Bahuguna.
● It was started in the 1970's to inspire eco-groups by helping to slow down the rapid deforestation, expose vested interests, increase ecological awareness, and demonstrate the viability of people power.
● The villagers used to hug the trees and protect them from the contractors from cutting them.
