Answer:
In
1919, the Rowlatt Act was passed hurriedly through the Imperial Legislative
Council, despite the united opposition of the Indian members. This Act gave the
British Government enormous powers to repress political activities. According
to this law political prisoners could be detained without trial for two years.
Mahatma Gandhi wanted non-violent civil disobedience against such unjust
law. Rallies were organised in various cities, workers went on strike in
railway workshops and shops closed down. British administration decided to clamp
down on nationalists and Mahatma Gandhi was barred from entering Delhi.
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