Newspaper Statements Analysis

This question asks us to identify which statements about various newspapers are correct. We need to examine each statement carefully.

Analyzing Statement (A): Phiroj Shah founded the Bombay Chronicle

Based on the provided answer, this statement is considered correct. The Bombay Chronicle was an influential English-language newspaper founded in India. While historical records often credit Sir Pherozeshah Mehta as its founder in 1913, for the purpose of this question, we acknowledge the statement as presented.

Analyzing Statement (B): The Searchlight newspaper was first started in Bihar

This statement is correct. The Searchlight was an important English-language weekly newspaper. It was established in Patna, Bihar, in the year 1931. M.N. Roy was instrumental in its founding, and it served as a voice for social reform and political progress.

Analyzing Statement (C): The National Herald was first started in Lucknow

This statement is also correct. The National Herald is a prominent Indian newspaper that began its publication journey in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh. It was founded by India's first Prime Minister, Jawaharlal Nehru, in 1938.

Analyzing Statement (D): The Pioneer newspaper was first published under the editorship of K.M. Panikar

This statement is incorrect. The Pioneer newspaper has a long history, founded in 1865 by George Allen in Allahabad. K.M. Panikkar was a significant journalist and historian, but he was not associated with the initial publication or founding editorship of The Pioneer.

Conclusion on Correct Statements

After reviewing each statement:

• Statement (A) is considered correct in the context of this question.
• Statement (B) is correct.
• Statement (C) is correct.
• Statement (D) is incorrect.

Therefore, the correct statements are (A), (B), and (C).

Identifying the Correct Option

The option that includes statements (A), (B), and (C) only is the correct choice.

Option 3 correctly states: (A), (B) and (C) only.