Bihar Special GK PYQ 513 of 603 · Books and Authors

Which was the first English newspaper published from Patna?

  1. AThe Indian Nation
  2. BBihar Herald
  3. CThe Mirror
  4. DHindu Patriot
  5. ENone of the above / More than one of the above

B.P.S.C. C.D.P.O. (Pre) 2018

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Correct answer: (b) Bihar Herald

Explanation

In 1874 A.D., “Bihar Herald” (Behar Herald) was established as an English-language weekly newspaper by Guru Prasad Sen. It was the first English newspaper published from Patna. Note—The mention of the year 1872 in the given question is erroneous; it should be 1874.

This explanation is carried over from question 13 of this topic, which the book cross-references.

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