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Role of the Indian Media in the Indian Freedom Struggle

Description: This quiz aims to assess your knowledge about the significant role played by the Indian media in the Indian Freedom Struggle. The questions cover various aspects of the media's contribution to the movement, including the role of newspapers, magazines, and other forms of media in shaping public opinion, disseminating information, and mobilizing support for the cause of Indian independence.
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Which newspaper is widely regarded as the most influential in the Indian Freedom Struggle?

  1. The Hindu

  2. The Times of India

  3. Amrita Bazar Patrika

  4. The Pioneer


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Amrita Bazar Patrika, founded in 1868, played a pivotal role in shaping public opinion and disseminating information during the Indian Freedom Struggle. It was known for its strong nationalist stance and its support for the Indian National Congress.

Who was the editor of the newspaper 'Kesari', which played a significant role in the Indian Freedom Struggle?

  1. Bal Gangadhar Tilak

  2. Lala Lajpat Rai

  3. Bipin Chandra Pal

  4. Surendranath Banerjea


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Bal Gangadhar Tilak, a prominent leader of the Indian National Congress, was the editor of the newspaper 'Kesari'. Through his writings, Tilak inspired and mobilized the masses to join the freedom struggle.

Which magazine is known for its role in promoting revolutionary ideas and inspiring young Indians to join the freedom struggle?

  1. Bande Mataram

  2. Young India

  3. The Indian Review

  4. Modern Review


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Bande Mataram, a weekly magazine founded by Aurobindo Ghosh and his brother Barin Ghosh, played a significant role in promoting revolutionary ideas and inspiring young Indians to join the freedom struggle.

Who was the founder of the newspaper 'The Indian Mirror', which played a crucial role in disseminating information about the Indian Freedom Struggle?

  1. Surendranath Banerjea

  2. Dadabhai Naoroji

  3. Gopal Krishna Gokhale

  4. Pherozeshah Mehta


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Surendranath Banerjea, a prominent leader of the Indian National Congress, founded the newspaper 'The Indian Mirror' in 1873. The newspaper played a crucial role in disseminating information about the Indian Freedom Struggle and mobilizing public support.

Which newspaper is known for its role in exposing the atrocities committed by the British colonial government during the Indian Freedom Struggle?

  1. The Hindu

  2. The Times of India

  3. Amrita Bazar Patrika

  4. The Pioneer


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Amrita Bazar Patrika played a significant role in exposing the atrocities committed by the British colonial government during the Indian Freedom Struggle. Its coverage of the Jallianwala Bagh Massacre in 1919 shocked the world and helped galvanize public opinion against British rule.

Who was the editor of the newspaper 'The Leader', which played a prominent role in the Indian Freedom Struggle?

  1. Annie Besant

  2. C. Rajagopalachari

  3. Madan Mohan Malaviya

  4. Motilal Nehru


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Annie Besant, a prominent leader of the Indian National Congress, was the editor of the newspaper 'The Leader'. Through her writings, Besant advocated for Indian self-rule and criticized British colonial policies.

Which magazine is known for its role in promoting the idea of Swaraj (self-rule) and mobilizing support for the Indian Freedom Struggle?

  1. Bande Mataram

  2. Young India

  3. The Indian Review

  4. Modern Review


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Young India, a weekly magazine founded by Mahatma Gandhi in 1919, played a significant role in promoting the idea of Swaraj (self-rule) and mobilizing support for the Indian Freedom Struggle.

Who was the founder of the newspaper 'The Bombay Chronicle', which played a crucial role in the Indian Freedom Struggle?

  1. Pherozeshah Mehta

  2. Dadabhai Naoroji

  3. Gopal Krishna Gokhale

  4. Surendranath Banerjea


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Pherozeshah Mehta, a prominent leader of the Indian National Congress, founded the newspaper 'The Bombay Chronicle' in 1913. The newspaper played a crucial role in disseminating information about the Indian Freedom Struggle and mobilizing public support.

Which newspaper is known for its role in advocating for the rights of the working class and promoting socialist ideas during the Indian Freedom Struggle?

  1. The Hindu

  2. The Times of India

  3. Amrita Bazar Patrika

  4. The Pioneer


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Pioneer, a newspaper founded in 1865, played a significant role in advocating for the rights of the working class and promoting socialist ideas during the Indian Freedom Struggle.

Who was the editor of the newspaper 'The Tribune', which played a prominent role in the Indian Freedom Struggle?

  1. Lala Lajpat Rai

  2. Bal Gangadhar Tilak

  3. Bipin Chandra Pal

  4. Surendranath Banerjea


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Lala Lajpat Rai, a prominent leader of the Indian National Congress, was the editor of the newspaper 'The Tribune'. Through his writings, Rai advocated for Indian self-rule and criticized British colonial policies.

Which magazine is known for its role in promoting the idea of Hindu-Muslim unity and mobilizing support for the Indian Freedom Struggle?

  1. Bande Mataram

  2. Young India

  3. The Indian Review

  4. Modern Review


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Modern Review, a monthly magazine founded by Ramananda Chatterjee in 1907, played a significant role in promoting the idea of Hindu-Muslim unity and mobilizing support for the Indian Freedom Struggle.

Who was the founder of the newspaper 'The Hindustan Times', which played a crucial role in the Indian Freedom Struggle?

  1. Madan Mohan Malaviya

  2. Motilal Nehru

  3. C. Rajagopalachari

  4. Annie Besant


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Madan Mohan Malaviya, a prominent leader of the Indian National Congress, founded the newspaper 'The Hindustan Times' in 1924. The newspaper played a crucial role in disseminating information about the Indian Freedom Struggle and mobilizing public support.

Which newspaper is known for its role in advocating for the rights of women and promoting gender equality during the Indian Freedom Struggle?

  1. The Hindu

  2. The Times of India

  3. Amrita Bazar Patrika

  4. The Pioneer


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Hindu, a newspaper founded in 1878, played a significant role in advocating for the rights of women and promoting gender equality during the Indian Freedom Struggle.

Who was the editor of the newspaper 'The Independent', which played a prominent role in the Indian Freedom Struggle?

  1. Motilal Nehru

  2. C. Rajagopalachari

  3. Annie Besant

  4. Madan Mohan Malaviya


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Motilal Nehru, a prominent leader of the Indian National Congress, was the editor of the newspaper 'The Independent'. Through his writings, Nehru advocated for Indian self-rule and criticized British colonial policies.

Which magazine is known for its role in promoting the idea of non-violence and civil disobedience as a means to achieve Indian independence?

  1. Bande Mataram

  2. Young India

  3. The Indian Review

  4. Modern Review


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Young India, a weekly magazine founded by Mahatma Gandhi in 1919, played a significant role in promoting the idea of non-violence and civil disobedience as a means to achieve Indian independence.

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