In 1920, after the British government refused to back down, Gandhi began his campaign of non-cooperation, prompting many Indians to return British awards and honours, to resign from the civil services, and to again boycott British goods.
In 1920, following the British government's refusal to yield, Gandhi launched a campaign of non-cooperation. This led many Indians to return British honors, resign from their positions in the British civil service, and refuse to purchase British products again.