Which of the following statements related to the 39 Ilbert Bill Controversy 39 is are correct 1 ...........

Modern Indian History 1885-1905

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Which of the following statements related to the 'Ilbert Bill Controversy' is/are correct?

1. The bill was introduced in assembly for curbing the activities of Indian mass leaders.

2. It happened during the viceroyalty of Lord Ripon.

3. The bill allowed an Indian judge to sit before the trial of a white accused.

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1 only

2 only

2 and 3 only

None of the above

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Explanation:

The bill was introduced for allowing an Indian judge to sit before the trial of a white accused. It happened during the viceroyalty of Lord Ripon. Though the bill was passed , but with an amendment where the 'trial by jury' provision was introduced with half of the jury consisting of white men.