Q. What was the foundation year of the Reuters news agency? (December 2022, UGC NET)
1. 1841
2. 1851
3. 1861
4. 1871
Correct Ans: (2)
Explanation: Reuters, one of the world’s leading news agencies, was founded in 1851 by Paul Julius Reuter. It started with the innovative use of carrier pigeons to transmit stock market information between Aachen and Brussels. Over the years, Reuters expanded its services and became renowned for its fast, reliable, and impartial news reporting, playing a pivotal role in the global news industry and setting high standards for journalistic excellence.
