Rowlett Act(1919)

Question 1

Introduction

Answer 1

• With The M.C Reforms The British Wanted To Win Over The Indians, But Were Ready To Take Any Harsh Action Required Against Anti-British Elements

Question 2

1917 Committee

Answer 2

• In 1917 A Committee Was Formed Under Justice Rowlett To Monitor Any Revolutionary Activity In India
• The Committee Reported In April 1918, And Suggested That There Was A Palpable Growth In Revolutionary Activity
• They Suggested That Some If The Emergency Actions Of The Defense Of India Act Must Be Made Permanent;
  1) Arrest Without Warrant
  2) Detention Without Bail
  3) Provincial Government Could Order People Where To Live

Question 3

Indian Reaction

Answer 3

• The Indians Were Outraged As The British Appeared To Go Against The “Principles Of British Justice”; Trial By Jury And Protection Against Illegal Imprisonment
• Jinnah Left The Legislative Council To Protest And Ghandi Launched A Hartal Against The Proposals
• Throughout 1919 There Were Multiple Strikes And Protests, Which Were Ignored
• The Rowlett Act Was Passed In 1919