Life of Europeans and Indians of the city during the colonial period.

● The Europeans were living in the well served areas in Calcutta after the British conquest of Bengal.

● On the other hand, the native people were living in very congested areas.

● The Europeans have the entire domestic and entertainment related facilities like water supply, electricity, sewage links and clubs, drama, race, golf for entertainment.

● Indians lack in these basic facilities of life.

The main features of Calcutta city during the colonial period were as follows:

i) Calcutta from 1750 to 1805: The work of planning of Calcutta was carried by different Governor-Generals. After the battle of Plassey Civil Line areas were developed.

ii) Planning of Calcutta after Lord Wellesley: After Wellesley’s departure, the work of town planning was carried on by Lottery Committee (1817) with the help of the government.

iii) Role of Health and Town Planning of Calcutta: The threat of epidemics gave a further impetus to town planning.

iv) Change in Attitude of Government for Planning: Densely built up areas were seen as insanitary since they constructed direct sunlight and circulation of air.

v) Entertainment: the Europeans enjoyed clubs, race, golf and large homes with domestic facilities like water and electricity.

vi) Culture: During this time Calcutta developed as the city of dramas, theaters, music and religious festivals.

vii) The city was developed as the example of architecture along with the best cuisine.