Question

Against which law was a meeting organised in Jallianwala Bagh?

• A. Ilbert Bill
• B. Rowlatt Act
• C. Simon Commission
• D. Vernacular Press Act

Hint:

The Jallianwala Bagh massacre became a turning point in India’s freedom struggle, intensifying the demand for independence.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Step 1: Background of Jallianwala Bagh.
The Jallianwala Bagh massacre took place on 13th April 1919 in Amritsar. Thousands had gathered to protest peacefully against the oppressive Rowlatt Act, which allowed detention without trial.
Step 2: Analyzing the options.
(A) Ilbert Bill: Proposed in 1883, unrelated to Jallianwala Bagh.
(B) Rowlatt Act: Correct — the protest meeting was specifically against this act.
(C) Simon Commission: Came later in 1927, unrelated to this event.
(D) Vernacular Press Act: Passed in 1878, also unrelated.
Step 3: Conclusion.
Thus, the meeting in Jallianwala Bagh was against the Rowlatt Act.