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?
Explanation
Statement 1 is correct: The boycott of foreign goods during the Swadeshi Movement (1905) gave an enormous stimulus to indigenous manufactures. It led to the revival and flourishing of traditional artisan crafts, handlooms, silk-weaving units, and swadeshi industrial enterprises like soap factories, match factories, tanneries, and national banks.
Statement 2 is correct: In response to colonial circulars penalizing student protesters, nationalist leaders advocated for national education free from government control. On August 15, 1906, the National Council of Education was founded to impart education along national lines (literary, scientific, and technical) under indigenous leadership.
Therefore, both statements are correct — Option C.