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Question
Which was the law introduced by Sir William Bentinck to prohibit the practice of Sati?
Options
Bengal Sati Regulation, 1829
U.P. Sati Prohibition Act, 1828
Indian Sati Prohibition Act, 1827
Rajasthan Sati (Prevention) Act, 1830
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Solution
Bengal Sati Regulation, 1829
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