What was the purpose of the Bengal Gazette when it was first published?

Advertising local businesses

Promoting British values

Covering news and gossip

Reporting agricultural issues

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C. Covering news and gossip

The Bengal Gazette aimed to cover news and gossip, often revealing details about colonial officials, making it an engaging read for the public.

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