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Who was the editor of the famous newspaper 'Kesari' during the Indian National Movement?
Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.
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Correct answer: Bal Gangadhar Tilak
Explanation: ā Correct Answer: (B) Bal Gangadhar Tilak š Explanation: 'Kesari' was a Marathi newspaper founded in 1881 by Lokmanya Bal Gangadhar Tilak. It was a powerful vehicle for spreading nationalist ideas and criticizing the British administration. Tilak also edited 'Mahratta', which was published in English. Through the columns of Kesari, Tilak advocated for 'Swaraj' (self-rule) and organized the masses through the Ganpati and Shivaji festivals. His writings were so influential that he was twice imprisoned by the British for sedition.