The 'Komagata Maru' incident of 1914 is associated with which issue?
A. Indian immigration to Canada
B. Indian students in Britain
C. Indian labourers in South Africa
D. Indian soldiers in World War I
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The Komagata Maru was a Japanese steamship chartered to carry Indian immigrants to Canada. In 1914, the ship was denied entry at Vancouver, and it was forced to return to India, where a clash with police resulted in deaths.
Explanation:
The Rowlatt Act was passed in 1919, allowing the British government to arrest and detain individuals without trial for up to two years. It was a repressive measure that led to widespread protests.
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