7 Interesting Facts about Karsandas Mulji

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Karsandas Mulji was a pioneering journalist and social reformer in 19th century India

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Early Life

Born in 1832, Mulji hailed from a traditional Gujarati family in Surat

Education

He was well-educated, excelling in English and Gujarati literature

Journalism

Founded the first Gujarati newspaper, Satyaprakash, in 1855

Social Reformer

Fought against social evils like child marriage and caste discrimination

Legal Battle

Famous for the 1861 defamation case against a powerful religious leader Jadunathji Brijratanji Maharaj

Influence

His works inspired future generations of journalists and reformers in India

Legacy

Remembered as a courageous voice for truth and social justice