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Question
What was the reaction of the Indians to the Rowlatt Act?
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Solution
The Indians opposed the Rowlatt Act like wild fire. An All-India hartal was observed on 8th April, 1919. Meetings were held all over the country to show people’s resentment to the inhuman repressive measures. The Indian press also gave full support to the mass agitation.
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