Question

According to Gandhiji’s concept of village self-sufficiency, what was the primary means of achieving economic independence in rural areas?

• A. Large-scale industrialization
• B. Importing goods from neighboring regions
• C. Promotion of village or cottage industries and handicrafts
• D. Reliance on government aid and subsidies

Answer 1

Answer:

C. Promotion of village or cottage industries and handicrafts

He insisted on the promotion of village or cottage industries and handicrafts because they can provide employment, necessary to meet the basic needs of the villagers and also facilitate village self-sufficiency