SSC CGL (Prelims) 1919 — solved question paper

Q1. 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

Answer: Detain individuals without trial

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.