Which Act is known as the 'Black Act'? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Which Act is known as the 'Black Act'?

A. Rowlatt Act

B. Regulating Act

C. Pitt's India Act

D. Indian Councils Act

Answer: Option A

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

The Rowlatt Act of 1919, which allowed the government to arrest and imprison suspects without trial, was called the Black Act.

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