GK
INDIAN HISTORY
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Question
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Who was the Viceroy of India when the Rowlatt Act was passed
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Lord Irwin
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Lord Reading
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Lord Chelmsford
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Lord Wavell
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Lord Chelmsford was the Viceroy when the Rowlatt Act was passed. It was passed in 1919, despite opposition from Indians.
Detailed explanation-2: -It was passed in March 1919 by the Imperial Legislative Council. This act authorised the British government to arrest anybody suspected of terrorist activities. It also authorised the government to detain such people arrested for up to 2 years without trial.
Detailed explanation-3: -Lord Chelmsford (1868-1933) served as Viceroy and Governor General of India from 1916 to 1921.
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