1871 in India

In 1871, India was under British colonial rule, a period marked by significant political, social, and economic developments. The Indian National Congress was founded in 1885, but the seeds of nationalist sentiment were beginning to emerge in this decade. The year witnessed the implementation of the Census of 1871, which was pivotal in understanding the demographic trends and social structures of the subcontinent. The Great Famine of 1876-1878, though not starting until a few years later, saw early signs in 1871 as weather patterns negatively affected agricultural productivity. Additionally, the year was characterized by various reforms in education and public health, laying the groundwork for future societal changes.