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Who was the editor of the journal Indian Social Reformer that was started in 1890?

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CDS I 2017 General Knowledge Previous Year Paper (05-Feb-2017)
The correct answer is

K. N. Natarajan

Understanding the Indian Social Reformer Journal and its Editor

The question asks about the editor of the prominent journal, the Indian Social Reformer, which commenced its publication in the year 1890.

The Indian Social Reformer was a significant voice in the social reform movements of India. It played a crucial role in debating and disseminating ideas related to social change, women's rights, caste issues, and other pressing social problems of the time.

Finding the editor of such a historical publication is important for understanding its perspective and influence.

Identifying the Editor of the Indian Social Reformer

Based on historical records related to Indian journalism and social reform movements, the individual who served as the editor of the Indian Social Reformer, started in 1890, was K. N. Natarajan.

Let's briefly look at the options provided:

  • K. T. Telang: A distinguished jurist and social reformer, associated with the Indian National Congress and served as a judge of the Bombay High Court. While a prominent figure, he was not the editor of this specific journal.
  • Veeresalingam (Kandukuri Veeresalingam Pantulu): A towering figure of social reform in Andhra, known for his work on widow remarriage and women's education in the Telugu-speaking regions. He edited journals like 'Vivekavardhini', but not the Indian Social Reformer.
  • N. G. Chandavarkar: Another prominent social reformer and politician, also served as a judge and was involved with the Indian National Congress. He was associated with social reform efforts but not primarily known as the editor of the Indian Social Reformer.
  • K. N. Natarajan: He was indeed the long-time editor of the Indian Social Reformer. He dedicated many years to the journal, using it as a platform to advocate for various social reforms.

Therefore, the correct editor of the Indian Social Reformer journal, which started in 1890, was K. N. Natarajan.

Editors and Associated Journals (Select Examples)
Name Associated Journal(s) Reform Area
K. N. Natarajan Indian Social Reformer Broad Social Reforms
Veeresalingam Vivekavardhini, Hasya Sanjeevani Social Reform, Women's Rights (Andhra)
Gopal Krishna Gokhale Sudharak (with Agarkar) Political and Social Reform

Revision Table: Key Facts about Indian Social Reformer

Aspect Detail
Journal Name Indian Social Reformer
Year Started 1890
Prominent Editor K. N. Natarajan
Focus Advocacy for social reform, including women's issues, caste, etc.

Additional Information: The Role of Journals in Indian Social Reform

Journals and newspapers played a vital role in the Indian social reform movement during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. They served as:

  • Platforms for debate and discussion among reformers.
  • Tools to educate the public about social evils and the need for change.
  • Means to spread the ideas of reform to a wider audience.
  • Ways to connect reformers across different regions.

Many prominent reformers either started their own journals or wrote extensively in existing ones. The Indian Social Reformer under K. N. Natarajan was one such influential publication that contributed significantly to shaping public opinion on social issues.

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