Which statement shows a correct understanding of the Non-Cooperation Movement?

Correct answer: It was a movement to peacefully withdraw from colonial institutions.

The governing principle of Non-Cooperation was the peaceful refusal to assist colonial rule. Indians were encouraged to boycott government schools, colleges, courts, legislative councils, foreign cloth, and other colonial institutions. The purpose was to make British administration difficult and press for swaraj through non-violent mass action. It did not strengthen British authority, remain a secret military conspiracy, or promote foreign goods. Thus option A accurately describes the movement.