Q96
The Bengal Regulation Act of 1829 dealt with which of the following issues primarily
A.
Abolition of sati
AnswerB.
Female infanticide
C.
Child marriages
D.
Dowry prohibition
Answer: Option A
Solution
Answer: Option A
Solution:
The Bengal Sati Regulation which banned the Sati practice in all jurisdictions of British India was passed on December 4, 1829 by the then Governor-General Lord William Bentinck. The regulation described the practice of Sati as revolting to the feelings of human nature.