Who passed the rowlatt act in 1919?

The Rowlatt Act was passed by the British government in India in March 1919. It was enacted by the Imperial Legislative Council, with significant support from British officials, including the then Governor-General of India, Lord Chelmsford. The act aimed to curb unrest and dissent in India by allowing for the arrest and detention of individuals without trial. It sparked widespread protests and was a catalyst for the Indian independence movement.