The Widow Remarriage Act was passed in: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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The Widow Remarriage Act was passed in:

A. 1890

B. 1861

C. 1856

D. 1829

Answer: Option C

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

It was enacted during the tenure of Lord Canning with efforts of Ishwar Chandra Vidyasagar.

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