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

The 'Madras Courier' was the first newspaper in which language?
A. English
B. Bengali
C. Tamil
D. Hindi
Answer: Option A
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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The Jallianwala Bagh massacre took place in which year?
A. 1917
B. 1919
C. 1921
D. 1920

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
The Jallianwala Bagh massacre occurred on April 13, 1919 (Baisakhi day), when British troops under General Reginald Dyer opened fire on a peaceful gathering in Amritsar, Punjab, killing hundreds of unarmed civilians.

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The 'Chuar Rebellion' (1766-1809) occurred in which region?
A. Madras
B. Bengal (Midnapore)
C. Assam
D. Bihar

Correct Answer: Option B


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The Chuar uprising, also known as the Midnapore revolt, was by Bhumij tribes (called Chuars by the British) against revenue demands and landlordism.

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The 'Swadeshi Movement' gained momentum after:
A. Partition of Bengal (1905)
B. Quit India Movement
C. Rowlatt Act
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Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
The Swadeshi Movement gained momentum after the Partition of Bengal in 1905, as a protest against British policies and to promote Indian goods.

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