Swadeshi Movement: In response to economic exploitation and British colonialism, the Swadeshi Movement arose in the early 1900s and became a major chapter in India's struggle for independence. The movement known as "Swadeshi"—which means "of one's own country" in Sanskrit—sought to support domestic businesses and goods while discouraging the purchase of goods manufactured abroad. This movement established the groundwork for India's economic independence in addition to igniting a sense of nationalism. Read More: Bermuda Triangle Swadeshi Movement: A Path to Economic Independence Overview Historical Background Originating from the Sanskrit terms "Swa" (self) and "Desh" (country), the term "Swadeshi" denotes independence and a strong attachment to one's native nation. The divisive policies of British colonial rule in India gave rise to the Swadeshi Movement. The native people were left in extreme poverty after the British ...
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