Question

    Tattvabodhini Patrika promoted the study of India’s

    past in which language?
    A Sanskrit Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Hindi Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Bengali Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D English Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Tattvabodhini Patrika was a Bengali journal started in 1843 by Debendranath Tagore to promote the study of Indian philosophy, culture, and history. It was closely associated with the Brahmo Samaj and aimed to revive interest in ancient Indian scriptures. Key Points: 1. The journal was written in Bengali to reach a wider audience. 2. It emphasized rational and progressive thinking. 3. Played a crucial role in Bengal’s socio-religious reform movements. 4. It reflected the ideologies of the Brahmo Samaj. 5. It influenced Indian intellectuals to re-examine the country’s rich cultural heritage. Bee Facts: • Sanskrit (a): Incorrect; while the content drew from Sanskrit texts, the language was Bengali. • Hindi (b): Incorrect; the journal focused on Bengal’s readership. • Bengali (c): Correct; it was the primary language of the journal. • English (d): Incorrect; not used in this journal.

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