UPSC History Indian National Movement Question Bank Modern History & Indian National Movement - II

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    Consider the following statements in regards to "Swadeshi Movement':
    1. The movement had its genesis in the anti-partition movement against the British decision to partition Bengal.
    2. The movement did not witness any participation from women and rural population in the politics.
    3. The movement was confined to the region of Bengal only and failed to outreach other regions of the country.
    Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

    A)  1 only                     

    B)  2 and 3 only

    C)  3 only                     

    D)  1 and 3 only

    Correct Answer: A

    Solution :

     The movement witnessed for the first time an active participation of women, students and a large section of the urban and rura population of Bengal and parts of India in politics. The movement was spread to many areas of India like Poona, Bombay, also leader like Chidambaram Pillai took the movement to the madras presidency.


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