Question

According to Gandhiji, what role do essential village industries play in the village economy?

• A. They are supplementary and not critical for rural development.
• B. They provide employment and utilize local resources, thereby enhancing self-reliance.
• C. They primarily serve urban markets, with minimal impact on villages.
• D. They are outdated and should be phased out in favor of modernization.

Answer 1

Answer:

B. They provide employment and utilize local resources, thereby enhancing self-reliance.

The village industries give employment to millions of people and provide an outlet for the creative skill and resourcefulness of the people.