The first census of India during the British period was held during the tenure of:

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Lord Mayo”.

The first census of India during the British period was held in 1872 under the rule of Viceroy Lord Mayo (1869-1872). The census was conducted with the help of W.W.Hunter.

The first complete census was conducted in 1881 by W.C. Plowden, the Census Commissioner of India.