In India, practice of Sati was banned in ____.

Correct option is C

Correct Answer: (c) 1829

Explanation:

• The practice of Sati (self-immolation of widows on their husband’s pyres) was abolished in 1829.

• The ban was enacted by Governor-General Lord William Bentinck through Regulation XVII of 1829.

• The reform movement led by Raja Ram Mohan Roy strongly opposed Sati and influenced this historic decision.

Information Booster:

• Sati was declared illegal and punishable as culpable homicide under the Bengal Presidency.

• The law was later extended to Madras and Bombay Presidencies in 1830.

• Raja Ram Mohan Roy founded the Atmiya Sabha (1815) and Brahmo Samaj (1828) to promote social reforms.

• Lord William Bentinck’s tenure (1828–1835) is known for major social and administrative reforms.

• The ban on Sati marked the beginning of modern social reform legislation in India.