Consider the following statements in respect of the Non-Cooperation Movement: I. The Congress declared the…

Consider the following statements in respect of the Non-Cooperation Movement: I. The Congress declared the attainment of 'Swaraj' by all legitimate and peaceful means to be its objective. II. It was to be implemented in stages with civil disobedience and non-payment of taxes for the next stage only if 'Swaraj' did not come within a year and the Government resorted to repression. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
  1. I only
  2. II only
  3. Both I and II
  4. Neither I nor II

Solution

The Non-Cooperation Programme was indeed in graduated stages with civil disobedience/no-tax later — II correct. Statement I's wording is judged incorrect by the key. [Source: Insights IAS — B.]

Asked in: UPSC Prelims 2025

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