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What was the primary goal of Gandhiji's satyagraha launched in 1919?
What significant action did Mahatma Gandhi propose as the starting point for the satyagraha against the Rowlatt Act?
What powers did the Rowlatt Act give to the government?
How did Indian members of the Imperial Legislative Council respond to the Rowlatt Act?
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What was the nature of the civil disobedience Gandhi advocated against the Rowlatt Act?
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Study Notes
The Rowlatt Act and Gandhiji's Response
- The Rowlatt Act, passed in 1919, granted the British government in India extensive powers to detain individuals without trial for up to two years.
- This Act was passed despite strong opposition from Indian members of the Imperial Legislative Council.
- The Act was seen as a tool to suppress political dissent and activities.
- Gandhiji, inspired by the success of the Champaran Satyagraha, launched a nationwide satyagraha against the Rowlatt Act.
- He called for non-violent civil disobedience, with the hartal (general strike) on April 6th, 1919, serving as the starting point.
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This quiz explores the Rowlatt Act of 1919 and the significant response from Gandhiji, who initiated a nationwide satyagraha. Learn about the historical context, the Act's implications for political dissent, and the impact of non-violent protests. Test your knowledge of this pivotal moment in Indian history.
