Question

What was the main principle of the Swadeshi movement?

• A. Use of locally manufactured goods and services.
• B. Boycott of British institutions and foreign-made goods.
• C. Mass mobilization and demand for swaraj.
• D. All of the above.

Answer 1

The correct option is D All of the above.

The term Swadeshi implies the use of products and services of one's own country. The swadeshi movement advocated the boycott of foreign goods and British institutions. It also advocated mass mobilizations which saw many people come together to raise awareness and demand swaraj.