Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

General Test

Chapter

General Knowledge

Question:

At which of the following places was the formal proclamation of the Swadeshi movement made on 7 August 1905?

Options:

Wellington Square, Calcutta

Calcutta Town Hall

Kanai Dhar Lane, Calcutta

Bengal National College, Calcutta

Correct Answer:

Calcutta Town Hall

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option 2 - Calcutta Town Hall

The formal proclamation of the Swadeshi movement was made on August 7, 1905 at the Calcutta Town Hall.

The Swadeshi movement was a boycott of British goods and services that was launched in protest of the partition of Bengal. The movement was successful in mobilizing public opinion against the partition and it also helped to promote Indian industries.

The Calcutta Town Hall is a historic building that is located in the heart of Calcutta. It has been the site of many important events in Indian history, including the proclamation of the Swadeshi movement.