The Swadeshi Movement was formally launched on August 7, 1905, from which venue? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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.

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