Rowlatt Act Flashcards
1
Q
Another name of Rowlatt Act?
A
Anarchical and Revolutionary Crimes Act of 1919
2
Q
When was the Act passed and by who?
A
On 10 March 1919 by Imperial Legislative Council
3
Q
Who passed on the recommendations of this Act?
A
Sir Sydney Rowlatt
4
Q
Why was the Rowlatt Act passed?
A
The British government wanted to increase their grip on power over the common folk
5
Q
Reactions of people to the Rowlatt Act?
A
- Condemned by Indian leaders and the public.
- Indian members of the council, which included Mohammad Ali Jinnah, Madan Mohan Malviya and Mahzar UI Haq.
- Nationwide hartal, Rowlatt Satyagraha was called by Mahatma Gandhi on 6th April.
6
Q
Which Congress leaders were arrested?
A
Satya Pal and Saifuddin Kitchlew
