The 'Hindu Widows Remarriage Act' was passed in which year? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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The 'Hindu Widows Remarriage Act' was passed in which year?

A. 1856

B. 1829

C. 1872

D. 1846

Answer: Option A

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

The Hindu Widows' Remarriage Act was passed on 26 July 1856, largely due to the efforts of Ishwar Chandra Vidyasagar.

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