The Ilbert Bill controversy occurred during the tenure of: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The Ilbert Bill controversy occurred during the tenure of:
A. Lord Lytton
B. Lord Lansdowne
C. Lord Dufferin
D. Lord Ripon
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Lord Ripon introduced the Ilbert Bill in 1883, which allowed Indian judges to try Europeans, causing strong opposition.

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