Question

why Indians were against Rowlatt Act

Answer 1

Indians were against the Rowlatt act because it condemned the protesting Indians and allowed the courts to arrest Indians without any trial or give them a chance to speak in their defense.

Answer 2

Rowlatt act of 1919 gave enormous power to repress political activities.

This act allowed the colonials for detention of prisoners for two years without any trial.

This act was passed by colonial's Imperial Legislative council, even after the strong opposition of the Indian members.

$\textbf{How it was opposed? }$

Rallies were organised in various cities, in whole India.

Many strikes were held by the workers in railway workshops.

Shops were closed down.