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

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The Widow Remarriage Act was passed in:

A. 1856

B. 1829

C. 1861

D. 1890

Answer: Option A

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

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

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