Question:
How did Tagore's experiences in his family estate influence his views on rural development?
AThey led him to abandon his ideas on rural upliftment.
BThey gave him firsthand insight into the realities of rural poverty and the need for self-sufficiency.
CThey encouraged him to focus exclusively on urban development.
DThey made him believe that traditional practices were obsolete.
Answer:
B. They gave him firsthand insight into the realities of rural poverty and the need for self-sufficiency.
Explanation:
Tagore’s time spent managing his family estate provided him with firsthand knowledge of the struggles faced by rural communities.
This experience shaped his conviction that villages should strive for self-sufficiency and holistic development, leading to his commitment to rural reconstruction.