With reference to colonial rule in India, what was sought by the Ilbert Bill in 1883?
✓ Correct answer: a) To bring Indians and Europeans at par as far as the criminal jurisdiction of courts was concerned.
ExplanationThe Ilbert Bill was introduced in 1883 by Sir Courtenay Ilbert, the then Law Member of the Viceroy’s Council, to amend the criminal procedure code in British India.The bill sought to allow Indian judges, including the district magistrates, to try British offenders in criminal cases.At the time, only British judges had the authority to try European offenders.The proposal faced strong opposition from the European community in India, leading to protests.The British government eventually modified the bill, allowing Indian judges to try Europeans only if they consented.The controversy highlighted racial discrimination in colonial India.207
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