Consider the following statements in respect of the Non-Cooperation Movement:

Question

Consider the following statements in respect of the Non-Cooperation Movement:

I. The Congress declared the attainment of 'Swaraj' by all legitimate and peaceful means to be its objective.

II. It was to be implemented in stages with civil disobedience and non-payment of taxes for the next stage only if 'Swaraj' did not come within a year and the Government resorted to repression.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

1. A. I only
2. B. II only
3. C. Both I and II (Correct answer)
4. D. Neither I nor II

Correct Answer

Option C — Both I and II

Detailed Solution & Explanation

The correct answer is Both I and II.

Key Points

• At the Nagpur Congress (1920) which launched the Non-Cooperation Movement: Statement I is correct — Congress adopted the goal of "Swaraj by legitimate and peaceful means." Statement II is also correct — the movement was to be implemented in stages; civil disobedience and non-payment of taxes would come only in the next phase if Swaraj was not achieved within a year and the government resorted to repression.