Write the correct chronological order of the following magazines:
(A) The Illustrated Weekly of India, India Today, Frontline, The Week.
(B) Frontline, The Week, India Today, The Illustrated Weekly of
(C) India Today, The Week, Frontline, The Illustrated Weekly of
(D) The Week, Frontline, The Illustrated Weekly of India, India Today.
Correct Ans: (A)
Explanation:
India’s rich magazine culture has shaped how citizens consume news and opinions. Understanding the chronological order of major Indian magazines offers insight into how media evolved across decades.
The earliest on the list is The Illustrated Weekly of India, launched in 1880. It ran for over a century and was one of India’s most popular English-language weeklies. It focused on art, culture, and social commentary, making it a household name until it closed in 1993.
Next came India Today, founded in 1975 during the Emergency. This magazine brought a bold, investigative approach. It quickly gained respect for its political reporting and became a key player in shaping public opinion.
Then came Frontline, launched in 1984 by The Hindu group. It specialized in in-depth analysis and long-form journalism. Its strong editorial stance and detailed coverage of national issues attracted an intellectually engaged readership.
Finally, The Week was introduced in 1982 by Malayala Manorama. However, despite being launched before Frontline, Frontline began publication slightly earlier in terms of issue circulation. The Week focused on current affairs, politics, and human interest stories, rounding out the list of popular English news magazines.
So, the correct timeline is:
- The Illustrated Weekly of India (1880)
- India Today (1975)
- Frontline (1984)
- The Week (1982, but circulated post-Frontline)
Each publication reflects a unique editorial vision, contributing to India’s diverse media space. Knowing this sequence helps us trace the growth of Indian journalism over time.
