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Which of the following nationalist newspapers was launched by B.R. Ambedkar in 1927 to articulate the grievances and social aspirations of the depressed classes in Western India?
A. Mooknayak
B. Bahishkrit Bharat✓ Correct Answer
C. Samata
D. Janata
💡 Solution & Explanation
B.R. Ambedkar launched the fortnightly Marathi newspaper 'Bahishkrit Bharat' (Excluded India) in April 1927 to voice the anti-caste movement and campaign for civil rights, succeeding his earlier publication 'Mooknayak' launched in 1920. 'Samata' and 'Janata' were subsequently published by him to sustain the ideological momentum of the Dalit liberation struggle. These periodicals served as crucial tools for political awakening and educational upliftment among marginalized communities.
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