examine the features of rowlatt satyagraha launched by Gandhiji in 1919
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ROWLATT ACT was an oppressive act introduced by the British Government in 1919. It gave government enormous power to repress political activities and allowed detention of political prisoners without any trail for 2 years.
- MAHATMA GANDHI reacted sharply and decided to launch a non-violent act i.e. ROWLATT SATYAGRAHA against such unjust law.
- Rallies were organised in various cities , workers went on strike in railways, workshops and shops closed down.
- Peaceful protest meeting were organised at Jallianwala Bagh in Amritsar.
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