The highly controversial Ilbert Bill was introduced during the viceroyalty of Lord Ripon in which year?
A. 1881
B. 1883
C. 1885
D. 1887
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The Ilbert Bill was drafted by Sir Courtenay Ilbert and introduced in February 1883, provoking an organized backlash among European residents in India.
Explanation:
The Indian Councils Act of 1909 (Minto-Morley Reforms) introduced the system of communal representation, creating separate electorates for Muslims, a provision that was later extended to other communities.
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