Why were Indians outraged by the Rowlatt Act?
Social StudiesClass 10CBSEAnswered 27 Mar 2026
Answer
- Rowlatt Act was introduced in 1919.
- This act was hurriedly passed through the Imperial Legislative Council, although it was completely opposed by Indian members.
- It had given the government enormous powers to repress political activities.
- It allowed the detention of political prisoners without trial for two years.
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