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The Vital-Vidhwansak, the first monthly journal to have the untouchable people as its target audience, was published by:

  1. A.Gopal Baba Walangkar
  2. B.Jyotiba Phule
  3. C.Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi
  4. D.Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar
▶ Answer & Explanation

Correct answer: A. Gopal Baba Walangkar

Gopal Baba Walangkar, a pioneer of the Bahujan movement in Maharashtra, established the journal 'Vital Vidhwansak' in 1889. This journal was dedicated to raising awareness and advocating for the rights of the untouchable communities, making it the first of its kind targeting this specific audience.

Source: UPSC gs1 2020

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