CURRENT AFFAIRS

Detailed explanation-1: -The Swadeshi Movement which was launched on 7th August, 1905 had encouraged indigenous industries and in particular handloom weavers. In 2015, the Government of India decided to designate the 7th August every year, as the National Handloom Day.

Detailed explanation-2: -National Handloom Day (7th August) National Handloom Day is one of the special days in August. It celebrates the Swadeshi Movement, which began in Bengal, to emphasise using Indian-made goods.

Detailed explanation-3: -The National Handloom Day is observed annually on 7th August to honour the handloom weavers in the country and also highlight India’s handloom industry. If playback doesn’t begin shortly, try restarting your device. Doordarshan (DD) is an Indian public broadcast service.

Detailed explanation-4: -The National Handloom Day is being observed every year on 7 August to honour the handloom weavers in the country.

Detailed explanation-5: -The first National Handloom Day was inaugurated on 7 August 2015 by Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the Centenary Hall of Madras University in Chennai.