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What was the Swadeshi movement? State two of its effects.
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Answer
The Swadeshi movement, launched in 1905 against the partition of Bengal, called on Indians to boycott British goods and to use goods made in India. It gave a great impetus to Indian industries such as textiles, soap and matches, and it drew students, women and the ordinary public into the national movement for the first time.
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Explanation
It also encouraged national education, with institutions such as the Bengal National College.
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