Summary: In 1770, Bengal faced a devastating famine, resulting in one-third of the population perishing due to a severe scarcity of crops. The Great Famine of 1770 was characterized by extreme distress and suffering, with people resorting to drastic measures like selling their cattle, utensils, and even their children to survive. Despite alarming reports from the districts, relief measures were scarce, with minimal remissions and advances granted. The Central Government believed the issue to be primarily one of revenue, and various charitable schemes were proposed but were inadequate. The local efforts were insufficient, leading to a dire situation where people resorted to drastic measures like consuming leaves, grass, and even each other. The intensity of suffering was immense, with reports of daily deaths and widespread starvation amidst a staggering lack of relief efforts and government interventions to alleviate the crisis.