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What was the primary objective of Rabindranath Tagore in his rural reconstruction efforts, particularly in establishing model villages?

ATo promote industrialization in urban areas

BTo create self-sufficient villages that empower individuals and communities

CTo focus solely on traditional agricultural practices

DTo advocate for political independence as the main goal of development

Answer:

B. To create self-sufficient villages that empower individuals and communities

Read Explanation:

The primary objective of Tagore was to make that village self-sufficient in the proper sense of the term which would establish itself as a model village.


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