"The Portrait of Population for the 1971 Census included 700 hand-drawn charts, reflecting a tremendous effort to render data interesting and engaging. Each chart was an expensive decision in terms of time and effort."
"The creators of these documents, including writers, artists, and designers, were focused on what would resonate with readers, making the data accessible and engaging."
In the 1970s, the Indian government created the Portrait of Population for the 1971 Census to enhance public access to census data. This publication included 700 hand-drawn charts, reflecting a commitment to making data interesting and engaging. The effort was notable as it occurred before the advent of affordable digital data visualization, making each chart a significant investment of time and resources. The creators, including writers, artists, and designers, aimed to effectively communicate information to readers.
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