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Q. Swadeshi Movement had its genesis in the anti-partition movement which started to oppose the British decision to partition Bengal. Consider the following statements regarding Swadeshi Movement:
  1. The Indian National Congress took Swadeshi call at Calcutta Session and supported Swadeshi and Boycott Movement for Bengal.
  2. Swadeshi Movement gave impetus to the growth of indigenous industries.
  3. First movement in which women participated.
  4. Swaraj was achieved.
Which of the above is / are correct?
Answer: Only 2 and 3
Notes: The Indian National Congress took Swadeshi call and the Banaras Session, 1905 presided over by G.K.Gokhale supported Swadeshi and Boycott Movement for Bengal. Swadeshi Movement could not achieve Swaraj.
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