What is the role of press in India social awaking in 19th century
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This introduced a period of intellectual renaissance inIndia. Answer: The press played a significant role in bringing social awakening in India during the second half of the 19th century. ... The press also helped in giving western ideas to the people in India by holding a public opinion, organising movements
Role of Press
Many newspapers and magazines in the vernacular languages were also brought out. These newspapers played a significant role in developing a strong national sentiment among the Indians in the following manner:
i) It was through the press that the message of patriotism and modern liberal ideals of liberty, freedom, equality, home rule and independence, spread among the people.
(ii) The press exposed the true nature of British rule in India.
(iii) It made possible the exchange of views among different social groups from different parts of the country and organizing political movements.
(iv) Indians became aware of what was happening in the world, which helped them shape their own policies and programmes.