What is the history of Indian Freemasonry?
Freemasonry in India has a rich history that dates back to the early 1700s, with the first lodge being constituted in Calcutta (now Kolkata) in 1729. The practice was significantly influenced by the British during their colonial rule. The first Indian Mason was initiated in 1775, and the first Hindu Freemason was initiated in 1872. The Grand Lodge of India was officially formed on November 24, 1961, marking a significant milestone in the organization of Freemasonry in the country.