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Who was the editor of the ‘Hindoo Patriot’?

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. Surendranath Banerjee
  2. Motilal Ghosh
  3. Sisir Kumar Ghosh
  4. Harish Chandra Mukherjee

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Harish Chandra Mukherjee

Explanation: The correct answer is D. Harish Chandra Mukherjee. Harish Chandra Mukherjee was the renowned editor of the nationalist newspaper ‘Hindoo Patriot,’ which played a crucial role in spreading political awareness during British rule in India. He took over the editorial responsibilities in 1855, and under his leadership, the newspaper became a strong voice against British exploitation and policies, especially those affecting Indian peasants and society at large.