The Ilbert Bill was passed during the term of Lord Ripon to bring Indian and European magistracy on equal footing in _______.

The correct answer is 1883.Key Points

• The Ilbert Bill was passed in 1883 during the term of Lord Ripon.
• The bill aimed to bring Indian and European magistracy on equal footing by allowing Indian judges to preside over cases involving Europeans.
• The bill faced strong opposition from the European community in India, who saw it as a threat to their social status and privileges.
• The controversy surrounding the bill led to its dilution, as it was amended to allow Europeans to opt for a trial by a European judge instead of an Indian judge.
• The Ilbert Bill was a significant step towards the Indianization of the legal system in India and paved the way for greater representation of Indians in the judiciary.