Question:

In his essay "Swadeshi Samaj," what did Tagore emphasize as essential for achieving self-reliance in rural areas?

AReliance on foreign aid

BBegging for support from the British

CCollective efforts and the revival of cottage industries

DUrbanization and industrial development

Answer:

C. Collective efforts and the revival of cottage industries

Explanation:

  • Tagore emphasized the importance of collective efforts and the revival of cottage industries in his essay "Swadeshi Samaj.

  • " He believed that self-reliance could only be achieved through the active participation of the community, rather than relying on external assistance.


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