“The Swadeshi movement marked the true beginning of mass nationalism in India”. Discuss how the movement evolved and contributed to shaping nationalist consciousness. Evaluate its ideological impact on the freedom struggle and the reasons for its eventual decline.

 

Q1. “The Swadeshi movement marked the true beginning of mass nationalism in India”. Discuss how the movement evolved and contributed to shaping nationalist consciousness. Evaluate its ideological impact on the freedom struggle and the reasons for its eventual decline. (15 M)