Q. The first Census in India during the British period was held during the tenure of
A) Lord Lytton
B) Lord Dufferin
C) Lord Ripon
D) Lord Mayo
✔ Correct Answer: Lord Mayo
Exam Insight
The first census in India during the British period was held in 1871 under the supervision of British officials. It was a part of the British effort to organize and manage the population.