Question

58. The Ilbert Bill controversy was related to the [2013 – I4]

• A. a) Imposition of certain restrictions to carry arms by the Indians
• B. b) Imposition of restrictions on newspapers and magazines published in Indian languages
• C. c) Removal of disqualifications imposed on the Indian magistrates with regard to the trial of the Europeans
• D. d) Removal of a duty on imported cotton cloth

Answer 1

The correct option is C

c) Removal of disqualifications imposed on the Indian magistrates with regard to the trial of the Europeans

Ans: c

Ilbert bill exempted British subjects from trial by Indian magistrates and in cases involving death or transportation they could only be tried by a high court. This proposal provoked furious protests by the Indians.