The Swadeshi Movement was formally launched on August 7, 1905, from which venue?
A. Anandamath, Dhaka
B. Gowalia Tank Maidan, Bombay
C. Congress Pandal, Surat
D. Town Hall, Calcutta
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The Swadeshi movement was formally proclaimed on August 7, 1905, at a massive meeting held at the Calcutta Town Hall, where the Boycott Resolution was also passed.
Explanation:
Chauri Chaura is a town in present-day Uttar Pradesh. On 5 February 1922, a police station was set on fire by protestors, killing 22 policemen. Gandhi subsequently suspended the movement.
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