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The fierce political controversy surrounding the 'Ilbert Bill' during the viceroyalty of Lord Ripon in 1883 centered around which issue?
A. Disarming Indian citizens under the Arms Act
B. Removing racial disqualifications that prevented Indian judges from trying Europeans✓ Correct Answer
C. Imposing strict censorship on vernacular newspapers
D. Enhancing land revenue rates across British India
💡 Solution & Explanation
The Ilbert Bill introduced in 1883 during the viceroyalty of Lord Ripon sought to remove racial disqualifications by allowing Indian judges to try European offenders in criminal courts. European opposition forced a compromise that diluted its original intent, deepening racial animosity. The widespread agitation against this bill directly influenced the formation of the Indian National Congress in 1885.
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