For Indian nationalists the issue of economic exploitation under colonial rule was a central issue. Images of pre-colonial fabled riches of India contrasted with the poverty of British India. Modern ideas made people realise that poverty was preventable. Indian nationalists saw rapid industrialisation of the economy as the path towards both growth and social equity. Development of heavy and machine-making industries, expansion of the public sector and holding of a large cooperative sector were considered very important.

Which movement during the Indian freedom struggle strengthened the loyalty to the national economy ?

Swadeshi movement

The correct answer is Option 1: Swadeshi Movement.

Option 1: Swadeshi Movement. Correct. The Swadeshi Movement encouraged people to support indigenous industries and reduce dependence on foreign goods. It strengthened loyalty to the national economy and promoted economic self-reliance as an important part of the freedom struggle.

NCERT: For Indian nationalists the issue of economic exploitation under colonial rule was a central issue. Images of pre-colonial fabled riches of India contrasted with the poverty of British India. The Swadeshi movement strengthened the loyalty to the national economy. Modern ideas made people realise that poverty was preventable. Indian nationalists saw rapid industrialisation of the economy as the path towards both growth and social equity. Development of heavy and machine-making industries, expansion of the public sector and holding of a large cooperative sector were considered very important.