Book Baithak with Santosh Bhadauria at Ka – The Art Cafe
What is journalism—and how did it begin in India?
In this Book Baithak, we explore the powerful history of Indian journalism through the lens of Angrezi Raaj Aur Hindi Ki Pratibandhit Patrakarita by Prof. Santosh Bhadauria (University of Allahabad).
This conversation dives into:
• The origins of journalism in India
• The rise of vernacular (Hindi and regional language) journalism
• How print media shaped the Indian freedom movement
• The role of journalism in building ideologies and public opinion
• How the press has historically challenged power and corruption
• The importance of “banned” and resistance journalism during British rule
Through this discussion, we revisit a time when journalism wasn’t just reporting news—it was shaping a nation.
If you’re interested in media, history, politics, or the evolution of public discourse in India, this conversation offers deep and relevant insights.
Watch till the end to understand how journalism influenced India’s freedom struggle—and why it still matters today.
