Question

Write whether the following statements are True/False.
The Rowlatt Act of 1919 was welcomed by the people of India.

Answer 1

FALSE.

Rowlatt Act was not welcomed by people of India.

The Rowlatt Act implied:

a) Arrest of a person without warrant.

b) In camera trial. (trial in seclusion).

c) Restrictions on movements of individuals.

d) Suspension of the right of Habeas Corpus.

The Act came as a sudden blow to the Indians who were expecting self-governance. Gandhiji started 'Satyagraha' as a challenge to the government.