The Lahore Session of the Indian National Congress in 1929, under the presidentship of Jawaharlal Nehru, declared 'Purna Swaraj' as the ultimate goal of the Indian national movement. Lord Irwin was the Viceroy of India during this period. - Land limitation in traditional areas (Bengal) was a key driver. - Strong global market demand for jute provided economic impetus. - Availability or potential for labour supply was essential for large-scale cultivation.