The 'Jallianwala Bagh massacre' took place on 13 April 1919. Who was the Lieutenant Governor of Punjab? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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The 'Jallianwala Bagh massacre' took place on 13 April 1919. Who was the Lieutenant Governor of Punjab?

A. Sir Michael O'Dwyer

B. Sir John Simon

C. Lord Chelmsford

D. General Dyer

Answer: Option A

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

Sir Michael O'Dwyer was the Lieutenant Governor of Punjab, and he endorsed Dyer's actions.

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