1867 in India

In 1867, India was a significant locus of social, political, and economic change under British colonial rule. This period marked the continuation of the British Raj, which had established administrative frameworks after the decline of the Mughal Empire. The year witnessed notable developments, such as the expansion of railways, which began to transform transportation and trade. The establishment of educational institutions contributed to the rise of a new educated middle class. Additionally, the Indian National Congress was founded in 1885, planting early seeds of political mobilization, although it was not formed until later. In the social realm, movements for reform, including those addressing issues like caste and women's rights, began to emerge, reflecting a complex interplay of tradition and modernity in Indian society.