The 'Ilbert Bill' controversy (1883) was about? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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The 'Ilbert Bill' controversy (1883) was about?

A. Indianisation of ICS

B. Press freedom

C. Increasing the age of marriage

D. Giving Indian magistrates jurisdiction over European offenders

Answer: Option D

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

The Ilbert Bill sought to allow Indian judges to try European criminals, causing a backlash from the European community.

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