The 'Rowlatt Committee' was formed in 1917 under the chairmanship of whom? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The 'Rowlatt Committee' was formed in 1917 under the chairmanship of whom?
A. Sir Michael O'Dwyer
B. Sir John Simon
C. Lord Chelmsford
D. Sir Sydney Rowlatt
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The Rowlatt Committee, headed by Justice Sidney Rowlatt, was appointed to investigate 'revolutionary crime' and recommended the extension of wartime repressive measures, leading to the Rowlatt Act.

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