The 'Madras Courier' was the first newspaper in which language? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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The 'Madras Courier' was the first newspaper in which language?

A. Hindi

B. Bengali

C. Tamil

D. English

Answer: Option D

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

The Madras Courier, established in 1785 by Richard Johnson, was one of the first English newspapers in India.

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