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Which Act was known as ‘Black-Bill’?

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. Rowlatt Act
  2. Pitt’s India Act
  3. The Regulating Act
  4. Indian Council Act

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Rowlatt Act

Explanation: ✅ Correct Answer: A) Rowlatt Act 📚 Explanation: The Rowlatt Act of 1919 was called the "Black Act" by Indian leaders because it severely restricted civil liberties and bypassed judicial processes. Gandhi launched a nationwide Satyagraha against this "lawless law," which eventually led to the tragedy at Jallianwala Bagh.