Question

Gandhiji gave a call for a satyagraha against the Rowlatt Act. This act was depressive in nature and struck directly into the fundamentals of humanity. Elaborate the reasons due to which Gandhiji had to organize satyagraha against it.

Answer 1

Answer:

Gandhiji decided to launch a nationwide Satyagraha against the proposed Rowlatt Act, 1919, because

1) It gave enormous power to the government and no power to the leaders.

2) This law was hurriedly passed even after the united opposition by the Indians and other Indian leaders.

3) It allowed the detention of political leaders without any trial for three years.

4) It means that the British Government can arrest any Indian leader without any proof of crime.

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