Question

Which values were associated with the Swadeshi movement?

Answer 1

Hint: The Swadeshi movement contributed to the growth of Indian nationalism as part of the Indian independence movement. Following the partition of Bengal, the Swadeshi movement was formally launched on August 7, 1905, from Town Hall in Calcutta, to reduce imports by relying on native manufacture. It is the soul of swaraj, according to Mahatma Gandhi (self-rule). After wealthy Indians gave money and property to Khadi and Gramodyog groups, which began textile manufacture in every home, the movement grew in size and scope. Other village industries were also introduced to make the village self-sufficient.

Complete answer:
Lord Curzon chose to partition Bengal in 1905 to quell rising anti-British sentiment. In response to this, the Swadeshi movement arose. Values linked with this movement include:
I) A boycott of British goods.
ii) It was declared a patriotic responsibility to wear Khadi.
iii) Women were encouraged to ditch their silk and glass bangles in favour of basic shell bangles.
iv) Songs and ballads extolled the virtues of rough homespun.
v) People were encouraged to start their businesses producing items like matchboxes and cigarettes.

The Indian National Congress exploited this campaign as a weapon in the fight for independence, and on August 15, 1947, Pandit Nehru unfurled a hand-spun Khadi ' tricolour Ashok chakra' Indian flag in 'Princess Park' near India Gate in New Delhi.

Note: Bengal was partitioned by the British administration in December 1903. The apparent reason was that Bengal, with a population of 78 million, was too enormous to administer; however, the true reason was that it was the epicentre of the revolution, and company officials were unable to control the protests, which they feared would spread throughout India. In August 1904, he was reappointed by George Curzon, 1st Marquess Curzon of Kedleston Viceroy of India (1899–1905), and he presided over the division of Bengal in 1905.