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Consider the following statements : Statement-I : 7th August is declared as the National Handloom Day. Statement-II : It was in 1905 that the Swadeshi Movement was launched on the same day. Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
Explanation
The correct answer is Option 1.
Statement-I is correct: The Government of India officially declared August 7th as National Handloom Day in 2015. The objective is to generate awareness about the importance of the handloom industry and its contribution to the socio-economic development of the country.
Statement-II is correct: On August 7, 1905, the Swadeshi Movement was formally proclaimed at a massive meeting held in the Calcutta Town Hall. This movement emphasized the boycott of foreign goods and the promotion of indigenous products, particularly hand-spun khadi and handloom textiles.
Relationship: Statement-II provides the historical rationale for Statement-I. The date was specifically chosen to commemorate the launch of the Swadeshi Movement, which championed self-reliance and the revival of domestic Indian weaves. Therefore, Statement-II is the correct explanation for Statement-I.
PROVENANCE & STUDY PATTERN
Guest previewThis is a classic 'History meets Current Affairs' crossover. The date (7th Aug) is a standard static fact in Spectrum/NCERT, while the 'Day' is a recurring government observance. The strategy is simple: whenever the Govt celebrates a specific date, always ask 'Why this date?'—the answer is usually a historical milestone.
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Web source
Presence: 5/5
"Government of India has decided to designate the 7th Day of August every year, as the National Handloom Day. The first National Handloom Day is being celebrated on 7th August, 2015."
Why this source?
- Official statement in the Rajya Sabha announcing the Government of India decision to designate 7th August as National Handloom Day.
- Specifies that the first National Handloom Day was celebrated on 7th August, 2015.
Web source
Presence: 4/5
"The Government of India declared 7th August as National Handloom Day in 2015, with the inaugural celebration held inChennai."
Why this source?
- Explicitly states the Government of India declared 7th August as National Handloom Day in 2015.
- Connects the chosen date to the Swadeshi Movement launched on 7th August 1905, explaining the date's significance.
Web source
Presence: 4/5
"Every year, the National Handloom Day is celebrated on 7th of August ... the first official Handloom Day was inaugurated on 7th August, 2015 in Chennai by PM Narendar Modi"
Why this source?
- Affirms that National Handloom Day is celebrated every year on 7th of August.
- Notes the first official Handloom Day was inaugurated on 7th August, 2015 in Chennai.
- Official statement in the Rajya Sabha announcing the Government of India decision to designate 7th August as National Handloom Day.
- Specifies that the first National Handloom Day was celebrated on 7th August, 2015.
- Explicitly states the Government of India declared 7th August as National Handloom Day in 2015.
- Connects the chosen date to the Swadeshi Movement launched on 7th August 1905, explaining the date's significance.
- Affirms that National Handloom Day is celebrated every year on 7th of August.
- Notes the first official Handloom Day was inaugurated on 7th August, 2015 in Chennai.
History , class XII (Tamilnadu state board 2024 ed.) > Chapter 1: Rise of Nationalism in India > b) Laissez Faire Policy and De-industrialization: Impact on Indian Artisans > p. 2
Strength: 4/5
“Prior to the arrival of the British, India was known for its handloom products and handicrafts. It commanded a good world market.”
Why relevant
States India historically had an important handloom sector, implying handloom is a plausible subject for a commemorative/awareness day.
How to extend
A student could use this as a reason the government might establish a 'National Handloom Day' and then check official notifications or ministry websites for the exact date.
Laxmikanth, M. Indian Polity. 7th ed., McGraw Hill. > Chapter 2: Making of the Constitution > ENACTMENTOFTHE CONSTITUTION > p. 16
Strength: 5/5
“16P Indian Polity
Also known as the 'chief architect of the Constitution of India'. On November 19, 2015, the Government of India has decided to celebrate the November 26 of every year as the ~Constitution Day" (~Samvidhan Divas) to promote constitutional values among citizens.”
Why relevant
Shows the Government of India formally designates specific days (e.g., Constitution Day on November 26) to promote values or causes.
How to extend
A student could infer that if a 'National Handloom Day' exists, it would similarly be created by government declaration and therefore verifiable via official gazette or press release.
Political Theory, Class XI (NCERT 2025 ed.) > Chapter 8: Secularism > Name of the holiday Date according to > p. 126
Strength: 3/5
“Gregorian Calendar (for 2019)
Republic Day January 26 Maha Shivaratri March 4 Holi March 21 Mahavir Jayanti April 17 Good Friday April 19 Buddha Purnima May 18 Id-ul-Fitr June 5 Id-ul-Zuha (Bakrid) August 12 Independence Day August 15 Janmashtami August 24 Muharram September 10 Mahatma Gandhi's Birthday October 2 Dussehra October 8 Diwali (Deepavali) October 27 Milad-un-Nabi/Id-e-Milad (Birthday of Prophet Mohammad) November 10 Guru Nanak's Birthday November 12 Christmas Day December 25”
Why relevant
Provides an example list of nationally observed dates/holidays, demonstrating that such lists enumerate many thematic observances and their calendar dates.
How to extend
A student could compare this kind of authoritative list to a current government or NCERT list to see whether 'National Handloom Day' (and its date) is included.
States India historically had an important handloom sector, implying handloom is a plausible subject for a commemorative/awareness day.
A student could use this as a reason the government might establish a 'National Handloom Day' and then check official notifications or ministry websites for the exact date.
Shows the Government of India formally designates specific days (e.g., Constitution Day on November 26) to promote values or causes.
A student could infer that if a 'National Handloom Day' exists, it would similarly be created by government declaration and therefore verifiable via official gazette or press release.
Provides an example list of nationally observed dates/holidays, demonstrating that such lists enumerate many thematic observances and their calendar dates.
A student could compare this kind of authoritative list to a current government or NCERT list to see whether 'National Handloom Day' (and its date) is included.
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