Modern History : Advent Of Europeans In India
Q 36 / 55
With reference to colonial rule in India, what was sought by the Ilbert Bill in 1883?
A
To bring Indians and Europeans at par as far as the criminal jurisdiction of courts was concerned.
B
To impose severe restrictions on the freedom of the native press as it was perceived to be hostile to colonial rulers.
C
To encourage the native Indians to appear for civil service examinations by conducting them in India.
D
To allow native Indians to possess arms by amending the Arms Act. Ilbert Bill was introduced during the viceroyality of Lord Rippon.