Which Viceroy introduced the 'Census of India' in 1881? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Which Viceroy introduced the 'Census of India' in 1881?

A. Lord Curzon

B. Lord Lytton

C. Lord Ripon

D. Lord Dufferin

Answer: Option C

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

Lord Ripon introduced the first synchronous census in India in 1881, which has since been conducted every ten years.

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