When was the first population census conducted in India?

Correct option is C

The correct answer is (C) 1872.

Explanation:

• The first population census in India was conducted in 1872 by the British Government under the leadership of Sir Richard Simpson.
• It was a non-synchronous census and was conducted in select areas.

Information Booster:

• The Census of India is conducted every 10 years, with the latest one held in 2021.
• The Census Commissioner of India is responsible for conducting the census, and the current commissioner is Saurabh Garg (as of 2025).