What was the reaction of Indians on rowlatt act
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The Rowlatt Act passed in 1919 in the Imperial Legislative Council empowered the British Government to arrest nationalists and imprisoned them for two years without any trial. This law was strongly opposed by the people of India.Gandhi launched a movement against this unjust Act which involved shops being closed and workers of the railway workshop going on a strike. Also, rallies protesting against this Act were organised in various cities.
the Rowlatt Act, in 1919 was passed through the Imperial Legislative Council inspire of a Opposition of the Indian members .
Gandhiji decided to try to oppose it with Satyagraha. 6th April 1919, was observed as Satyagraha day when people all over the country observed fast and hartal . it was the first country wide agitation by Gandhiji. it marked the foundation of non cooperation movement .
on 10th April the police in Amritsar fired up on a peaceful procession. it provoked that the widespread attacks on banks, post office and railway station. Martial Law was imposed and General Dyer took command .