James Augustus Hickey is also known as father of ___________.
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is option 4 i.e. Indian Journalism.
- James Augustus Hickey is also known as the Father of Indian Journalism. Hickey is credited with starting the first English-language newspaper in India, the Bengal Gazette, in 1780.
- His newspaper played a crucial role in shaping the development of the press in India during the British colonial period. Despite facing challenges, including censorship from the British government, Hickey's Bengal Gazette paved the way for future newspapers and media outlets in India.