Question

Short notes on practice of Sati​

Answer 1

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Sati system was a religious practice among Hindus in which, the widow was expected to immolate (burn herself alive) on her husband's pyre. The widow who performs this act was called 'Sati' which means 'True'. With the efforts of Raja Ram Mohan Roy, this practice was banned by law in 1829 by the British.

ímpørtant quèstíøns ín thís cháptér :

1 ) What is Sati System ?

➛ Sati system was a religious practice among Hindus in which, the widow was expected to immolate (burn herself alive) on her husband's pyre.

2) Who were the persons that act on this system ?

➛The widow who performs this act was called Sati.

3) What is the meaning of word 'Sati' ?

➛ The meaning of word Sati means "True".

4) When was this act was banned and by whom ?

➛ This act was banned by Raja Ram Mohan Roy in 1829.