Question

The Ilbert Bill controversy was related to the :

• A. removal of a duty on imported cotton cloth​ ​ ​​ ​ ​
• B. imposition of restrictions on newspapers and magazines published in Indian languages​
• C. removal of disqualifications imposed on the Indian magistrates with regard to the trial of the Europeans​
• D. imposition of certain restrictions to carry arms by the Indians​

Answer 1

The correct option is C removal of disqualifications imposed on the Indian magistrates with regard to the trial of the Europeans​

Ilbert bill controversy occurred during the period of Lord Ripon. It suggested that Indian magistrates can preside over the trials of Europeans.