Question

Which of the following were the methods of assertive nationalists?

• A. Swadeshi
• B. Boycott
• C. Passive resistance
• D. All of the above

Answer 1

Answer: (D)

All of the above

• Swadeshi: Swadeshi means producing necessary items in one’s own country and using them for one’s use without being dependent on imported goods. The Swadeshi idea was popularised by occasional bonfires of foreign cloth, salt and sugar.
• Boycott: Economic boycott of British goods and the use of Swadeshi was designed to encourage Indian Industries and provide people with more opportunities for employment.
• Passive Resistance: They asked the people to refuse to cooperate with the government and to boycott government service, courts, schools and colleges. They advocated courage, self-confidence and a spirit of sacrifice to achieve their goal of Swaraj.