UPSC History Indian National Movement Question Bank Modern History & Indian National Movement - II

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    Consider the following statements in regard to the period of 1870- 1918 in India:
    1. In the absence of a competent organistion the Press was the chief instrument for the politicization of the people and propagation of nationalist ideology.
    2. During this era the access of the Press was confined up to the cities and large towns.
    3. To publish a newspaper was a much more costly business and thus the circulation of the newspapers was very limited.
    Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

    A)  1 only             

    B)  1 and 2 only

    C)  1 and 3 only    

    D)  2 and 3 only

    Correct Answer: A

    Solution :

     During 1870-1918, in India, the Press has reached up to the villages and remote areas of the country and it was not confined up to the cities and towns. During this era to publish a newspaper did not need for capital on a large scale and thus the circulation of the newspapers was enough.


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