Ilbert Bill Flashcards
What changes did the British raj make to the subcontinent?
What happened in 1883?
An event in 1883, probably introduction of Ilbert Bill, made many educated indians become more nationalistic.
Who was Lord Ripon?
Viceroy of India.
How long was Lord Ripon Viceroy of India?
He was Viceroy from 1880 to 1884, for 4 years.
What was the Ilbert Bill, and who introduced it?
The Ilbert Bill was a proposed piece of legislation introduced by Lord Ripon, the Viceroy of India, in 1883. It aimed to amend the Criminal Procedure Code of India, specifically regarding the jurisdiction of Indian magistrates over European offenders.
To whom was the Ilbert bill introduced?
British Parliament.
What did the Ilbert Bill propose?
The Ilbert Bill proposed that:
Indian magistrates should get greater legal rights.
Senior Indian magistrates should be allowed to preside over cases involving European offenders along with Indians.
What did the British Parliament do regarding the Ilbert Bill?
The British Parliament rejected the Ilbert Bill.
