Where did Saalumarada Thimmakka work as a casual labourer?
In a nearby quarry
In a factory
At a farm
At a grocery store
Answer
Saalumarada Thimmakka is a woman from Karnataka, India. She is known for her work in environmental conservation and for planting over 38,000 trees in her village. She began her work as a casual labourer in a nearby quarry. She planted trees on the barren land around the quarry and in the surrounding area. She also encouraged other people to plant trees.
Roots of Sustainability: The Extraordinary Journey of Saalumarada Thimmakka
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