1874 in India

The year 1874 in India was marked by significant political, social, and economic developments during the British Raj. The Indian Rebellion of 1857 had led to profound changes in governance, culminating in the establishment of direct British control over India. In 1874, the British administration focused on consolidating their authority and implementing administrative reforms. The Indian National Congress, formed just a decade later in 1885, saw its ideological roots beginning to take shape during this period. Significant infrastructure projects, such as railways and telegraphs, were expanded to facilitate communication and trade. Additionally, the socio-cultural fabric was influenced by the burgeoning reform movements aiming for social justice and the upliftment of marginalized communities.