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Fill in the blank: The Rowlatt Act of 1919 authorised the government to _____.

1. Detain individuals without trial
2. Abolish provincial councils
3. Conduct free elections
4. Grant dominion status

Correct answer: Detain individuals without trial

Solution

The Rowlatt Act of 1919 gave the government powers to arrest and detain people without trial. It was widely opposed because it curtailed civil liberties.

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