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In Gandhiji's Constructive Programme, what was the significance of promoting Khadi?

ATo support large-scale factory production

BTo encourage the consumption of imported textiles

CTo decentralize production and empower the poor with self-sufficiency

DTo replace traditional clothing with Western styles

Answer:

C. To decentralize production and empower the poor with self-sufficiency

Read Explanation:

Khadi : Khadi mentality means decentralization of production and distribution of the necessaries of life.


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