Why did Mahatma Gandhiji decide to withdraw the Non-Cooperation Movement in February 1922? Explain the reasons.

Mahatma Gandhi decided to withdraw Non-Cooperation Movement:

1. In Chauri Chaura, a peaceful demonstration was going on but it turned into violent and the police station was burnt down by the people.

2. Gandhi was completely against the use of violence and believed that the protest was becoming violent in many areas.

3. Gandhi thought that satyagrahis needed more tolerance and training for leading non-violent mass struggles.

Explanation: Gandhi wanted to win swaraj through the idea of non-violence. Non-cooperation movement, despite being widespread did not completely adhere to Gandhi’s principles so he called it off.