With reference to Swadeshi Movement, consider the following statements:
- 1. It contributed to the revival of the indigenous artisan crafts and industries.
- 2. The National Council of Education was established as a part of Swadeshi Movement.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
1 only
2 only
Both 1 and 2
Neither 1 nor 2
Answer is Wrong!
Answer is Right!
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UPSC IAS – 2019
Statement 2 is correct. As part of the constructive programme of the Swadeshi movement, there was a strong emphasis on ‘National Education’. Institutions were established to impart education outside the control of the British government. The National Council of Education was established in 1906 to organize this system of education from primary to university level.