Rowlatt Act and Jallianwala Bagh Massacre

What was a significant consequence of the Rowlatt Act introduced in 1919?

What was the initial focus of the Rowlatt Satyagraha movement launched by Gandhiji?

How did the Jallianwala Bagh Massacre impact the Non-Cooperation Movement?

Which of the following was NOT a provision of the Rowlatt Act?

What event marked a significant turning point in the Indian freedom struggle in 1919?

Rowlatt Act and Satyagraha

The Rowlatt Act, introduced in 1919, allowed the government to imprison individuals without trial and restrict their movements
This act challenged the self-governance hopes of Indians, and was met with opposition
Gandhiji launched a Satyagraha to challenge the Act, initially focusing on urban areas
The Satyagraha was primarily a peaceful protest
The act aimed to curb rising unrest in India

Jallianwala Bagh Massacre

The massacre occurred on April 13, 1919, in Amritsar, in a walled garden called Jallianwala Bagh
General Dyer ordered firing on a large crowd of unarmed protesters
Hundreds were killed and wounded
This event significantly escalated anti-British feelings and contributed to the Non-Cooperation Movement
The massacre was part of a broader crackdown on anti-British activities in India

Impact of the Rowlatt Act

The Rowlatt Act fueled the growing Indian independence movement in various ways
It caused a significant challenge to the British government, igniting widespread protests and strikes
The act was a catalyst for a larger struggle against British rule
People increasingly organized to fight against British rule and for self governance

This quiz covers significant events related to the Rowlatt Act and the Jallianwala Bagh Massacre of 1919. Explore the implications of the Rowlatt Act on Indian self-governance and the peaceful protests led by Gandhiji. Understand the impact of the Jallianwala Bagh incident on the Indian independence movement.