Below is an context that describes a sql query, paired with an question that provides further information. Write an answer that appropriately completes the request.  # noqa: E501
### Context:
CREATE TABLE table_12266757_1 (mens_doubles VARCHAR, season VARCHAR)
### Question:
How many mens doubles took place in 1970/1971?
### Answer:
SELECT COUNT(mens_doubles) FROM table_12266757_1 WHERE season = "1970/1971"