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History • Modern IndiaHard

The historic newspaper 'The Bombay Chronicle', which played a significant role in promoting moderate nationalist politics and social reform, was founded in 1913 by:

A. Dadabhai Naoroji
B. Pherozeshah Mehta✓ Correct Answer
C. Surendranath Banerjee
D. Gopal Krishna Gokhale

💡 Solution & Explanation

Pherozeshah Mehta launched the nationalist daily newspaper 'The Bombay Chronicle' in 1913 to articulate moderate political views and advocate for constitutional reforms. Prominent leaders like Dadabhai Naoroji and Surendranath Banerjee were associated with other journalistic ventures or political organs during the freedom struggle. This publication served as a powerful vehicle for public education and nationalist propaganda in western India prior to the Gandhian era.

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