BPSC PT 71

Q. Among the following Newspapers of Bihar, which was the first one to get published?

a) Akhbar-E-Bihar
b) Patna Harkara
c) Bihar Bandhu
d) Bihar Herald
Correct Answer : b) Patna Harkara

Question from BPSC PT 71, 2025

Correct Answer: b) Patna Harkara

Explanation:
– Patna Harkara is widely regarded as the first newspaper published from Bihar (mid-19th century).
– Bihar Bandhu came later and is noted as the first Hindi newspaper of Bihar (1872).
– The Behar (Bihar) Herald started later in English (1870s).
– Akhbar‑e‑Bihar appeared after these.

Therefore, among the given options, Patna Harkara was the earliest to be published.

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