Who among the following founded the Marathi newspaper Kesari ?

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Q: (CDS-I/2021)
Who among the following founded the Marathi newspaper ‘Kesari’ ?

question_subject: 

History

question_exam: 

CDS-I

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The correct answer is option 1, Lokmanya Tilak.

Lokmanya Tilak, a prominent leader during the Indian freedom struggle, founded the Marathi newspaper `Kesari`. The newspaper was established in 1881 and played a significant role in spreading nationalist ideals and promoting the concept of swaraj (self-rule) in Maharashtra. Tilak used the platform of Kesari to criticize the British government`s policies and to rally public support for independence. The newspaper became widely popular and had a strong influence on Maharashtra`s political and social landscape. Tilak`s writings in Kesari ignited a sense of patriotism among the people and played a crucial role in mobilizing the masses for the freedom movement. Thus, it can be concluded that it was Lokmanya Tilak who founded the Marathi newspaper `Kesari`.