Due to which event the British instituted 'censorship of the press' and detention without trial. It was later known as the Rowlatt Act?

World War I

The correct answer is Option (2) → World War I

During the Great War of 1914-18, the British had instituted censorship of the press and permitted detention without trial. Now, on the recommendation of a committee chaired by Sir Sidney Rowlatt, these tough measures were continued. In response, Gandhiji called for a countrywide campaign against the “Rowlatt Act”. In towns across North and West India, life came to a standstill, as shops shut down and schools closed in response to the bandh call.