During the Indian Freedom Struggle, why did the Rowlatt Act arouse popular indignation?
✓ Correct answer: c) It authorized the government to imprison people without trial
ExplanationThe Rowlatt Act was officially known as the Anarchical and Revolutionary Crimes Act, 1919. Popular indignation arose because it allowed the government to detain individuals suspected of anti-government activities without trial for up to two years, violating basic civil rights.The Rowlatt Act (1919) was unrelated to religion.Its primary focus was on curbing political activities, particularly revolutionary movements against British rule.The Act did not address education in any form.Its provisions targeted political dissent and civil liberties rather than cultural or educational systems.The Act was not specifically aimed at trade unions.Its focus was on political repression, targeting freedom fighters and those involved in revolutionary activities.80
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