Q.4 Why Gandhiji decided to withdraw from the Non-Cooperation Movement. ?
Ans: In February 1922, the Non-Cooperation movement reached a turning point after the Chauri Chaura incident, where a violent clash between protesters and police resulted in the burning alive of 22 policemen by villagers. Disturbed by this turn of events, Gandhi called off the movement on February 12, 1922, emphasising the importance of non-violence.This withdrawal proved that at this stage Gandhi did not want to lead a movement which he could not control.
| Source :NCERT / NIOS Chapter : Page Number : 72 |
| Extra Info : Consequences of Non-Cooperation Movement Negatives The movement still needs to achieve its immediate objective of Swaraj.Success varied across regions, often depending more on local issues than on Congress mobilisation.Middle-class participation was limited due to the high cost of khadi and inadequate Swadeshi alternatives.Some industrialists opposed the total boycott of foreign goods. Positives It was the first mass movement involving diverse groups, including peasants, workers, and tribals.The economic boycott and anti-liquor campaigns were successful in many regions.Hindu-Muslim unity was largely maintained, except in Malabar.The movement set the foundation for future struggles, showing the potential of mass mobilisation against colonial rule. |