With reference to Swadeshi Movement consider the following statements: 1. It contributed to the revival of the indigenous artisan crafts and industries. 2.

1. A. 1 only
2. B. 2 only
3. C. Both 1 and 1
4. D. Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: C

Explanation

The Swadeshi Movement had its genesis in the anti-partition movement which was started to oppose the British decision to partition Bengal. The Swadeshi Movement was the great emphasis given to self-reliance or ‘Atmasakti’ as a necessary part of the struggle against the Government. One of the major planks of the programme of self-reliance was Swadeshi or national education. In August 1906, the National Council of Education was established. The Council defined its objectives in this way. . . ‘to organize a system of Education Literary; Scientific and Technical — on National lines and under National control from the primary to the university level. The most important aspect of the movement was a focus on self-reliance or Atma-shakti which led to the development of indigenous industries.