What Was 1979 Like in India?

The Janata government collapsed under its own contradictions, and Indira Gandhi began her political comeback.

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Life in India in 1979

Prime Minister

Charan Singh

Petrol (per litre)

₹1.75/L

Loaf of Bread

₹0.60

Average House

₹40,000

Weekly Wage

₹45

Top Bollywood Film

Suhaag

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