Question

Mention any two social evils that existed in India during the 19th Century. What measures were taken by the British government to control them ?

Answer 1

dowry system and widow remarriage were two social evils that existed in India during 19 the century. the British government pass an act ,which allow Hindu widow to remarry .lord billiam Bentinck has also important role in ending dowry system.

Answer 2

Sati system and dowry system were the two social evils existed in the 19th century.
Sati was prohibited by the British government.
There were different laws made against the dowry system but it still continues.