Why did Gandhiji decide to launch a nationwide Satyagraha against the proposed Rowlatt Act, 1919? How was it organised Explain.

Why did Gandhiji decide to launch a nationwide Satyagraha against the

1.	Why did Gandhiji decide to launch a nationwide Satyagraha against the proposed Rowlatt Act, 1919? How was it organised Explain.
Answer» Gandhiji decide to launch a nationwide SATYAGRAHA against the proposed Rowlatt Act, 1919? How was it organised Explain.The Rowlatt Act was passed despite the united opposition of the Indian members of Imperial Legislative Council.●The Act gave the government enormous powers to oppress political agitations.●It had allowed the detention of political prisoners without trial for two years. There was no provision for appeal.The passing of this Act aroused large scale indignation.Gandhiji, who had formed a Satyagraha Sabha earlier, called for a countrywide PROTEST against the proposed Rowlatt Act. Throughout the country, 6 April 1919 was observed as a National Humiliation DAY. Gandhiji wanted a non-violent civil DISOBEDIENCE against such unjust laws. Hartals and rallies were organized in various cities. Workers went on strike in railway workshops. Shops were closed down. The movement was non-violent but proved to be effective.