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SSC GD 2021 PYQ — Question 44

SSC GD Constable (English) - 22nd November 2021 Shift 3 • General Awareness • Q44

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In which of the following years was the Hindu Widows' Remarriage Act enacted?

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. 1856.

  • The Hindu Widows' Remarriage Act 1856, was passed on 16 July 1856.
  • This act also provided all the rights and inheritances to all the windows that they have had at the time of her first marriage.

  • The enactment of The Hindu Widows' Remarriage Act, 1856 was a major social reform to improve the condition of the widow in India. 

  • The draft of the Hindu Widows' Remarriage Act, 1856 was prepared and passed by Lord Dalhousie.