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What was the Swadeshi Movement called in the state of Andhra Pradesh?

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. Gadar Movement
  2. Quit India Movement
  3. Khilafat Movement
  4. Vande Mataram Movement

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Vande Mataram Movement

Explanation: The correct answer is D. Vande Mataram Movement. In the state of Andhra Pradesh, the Swadeshi Movement was popularly known as the Vande Mataram Movement. This name was inspired by the patriotic song ‘Vande Mataram’ written by Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay, which became a rallying cry during the anti-partition and Swadeshi movements across India. The Swadeshi Movement started in 1905 in response to the Partition of Bengal by Lord Curzon. It encouraged the boycott of British goods and the promotion of Indian-made products.