Abolition of Sati Act 1829

The Abolition of Sati Act of 1829 was a law enacted by the British in India to outlaw the practice of Sati, where a widow was compelled or encouraged to immolate herself on her husband's funeral pyre. This act aimed to eradicate a custom rooted in certain cultural and religious traditions, recognizing it as inhumane and dangerous to women's rights and safety. It marked a significant step toward social reform, asserting the state's commitment to protecting individual life and promoting gender equality. The law also reflected broader efforts to challenge and change harmful traditional practices in colonial India.