Question

The Partition of Bengal and the Formation of the Muslim League were two important events that had its impact on the National Struggle for Independence. In this context, explain the following :
Impact of Swadeshi and Boycott movements as part of the Anti-Partition Movement.

Answer 1

The anti partition movement gave a new impetus to the concepts of Swadeshi and Boycott.
These movements began in 1905 as part of the agitation against the partition of Bengal, when the meeting and procession failed to create any tangible result. So these movements were started with a view to accelerate the pace of the freedom struggle. The main aim was to revive the popularity of the indigenous goods, to Boycott foreign goods, to promote Indian Industries and to provide employment to craftsmen. Swadeshi was a weapon forged by the people to achieve industrial and economic regeneration. The boycott movement had a comprehensive programme and included not only the exclusion of British good but also renunciation of titles and Government posts and the boycott of council and school. Swadeshi mean "of one's own country." It aimed at the promotion of indigenous industries for strengthening the nation. Boycott Movement meant abstaining from the purchase of "British Goods".