Who founded the 'Al-Hilal' newspaper? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Who founded the 'Al-Hilal' newspaper?
A. Hasrat Mohani
B. Maulana Abul Kalam Azad
C. Zafar Ali Khan
D. Mohammad Ali
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Maulana Abul Kalam Azad launched the Urdu weekly 'Al-Hilal' from Calcutta in 1912 to promote nationalist and communal harmony.

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