What Was 1959 Like in India?

Guru Dutt's Kaagaz Ke Phool was released to mixed reviews but has since become legendary — a film about failure and longing that captured something deep in the Indian soul.

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Life in India in 1959

Prime Minister

Jawaharlal Nehru

Petrol (per litre)

₹0.35/L

Loaf of Bread

₹0.15

Average House

₹9,000

Weekly Wage

₹13

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