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The Ilbert Bill proposed giving equal status to Indian and British judges.

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The government's attempt to introduce the Ilbert Bill in 1883 caused a stir. The bill sought parity between British and Indian judges in the nation and allowed for the trial of British or European citizens by Indian judges. However, Indians were furious when white opposition led the government to rescind the bill. The incident brought attention to the British in India's racial prejudices. Since 1880, educated Indians have sensed the need for an all-India organisation, but the Ilbert Bill dispute fueled this urge even more. Following a meeting in Bombay in December 1885 with 72 representatives from throughout the nation, the Indian National Congress was subsequently founded.

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