CLAT CLAT Solved Paper-2018

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    Which was the law introduced by Sir William Bentinck to prohibit the practice of Sati?

    A) Bengal Sati Regulation, 1829

    B) Uttar Pradesh Sati Prohibition Act, 1828

    C) Indian Sati Prohibition Act, 1827

    D) Rajasthan Sati (Prevention) Act, 1830

    Correct Answer: A

    Solution :

    Sol.      The Bengal Sati Regulation, 1829 which banned the Sati practice in all jurisdictions of British India was passed on 4th December, 1829 by the then Governor-General Lord William Bentinck. The regulation described the practice of Sati as revolting to the feelings of human nature.


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