With reference to Swadeshi Movement, consider the following statements:

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?(2019)

a) 1 Only

b) 2 Only

c) Both 1 and 2

d) Neither 1 and 2

Answer: C

Swadeshi Movement emphasised on the use of Indian crafts and industries and hence has led to the revival of indigeneous artisan crafts and industries

The National Council of Education was an organisation founded by Indian Nationalists in Bengal in 1906 to promote science and technology as part of a Swadeshi movement.