What Was 1963 Like in India?

Nehru was visibly failing in health, and the country watched anxiously.

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Life in India in 1963

Prime Minister

Jawaharlal Nehru

Petrol (per litre)

₹0.39/L

Loaf of Bread

₹0.17

Average House

₹11,000

Weekly Wage

₹15

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