Indian broadcasting history: State the year in which All India Radio (AIR) was set up under its current name. Full question: In which year was the organization called ‘‘All India Radio’’ formally set up (renaming the Indian State Broadcasting Service)? Choose the correct option.

Background
Broadcasting in India began in 1927 via the Indian Broadcasting Company; in 1930 the government created the Indian State Broadcasting Service (ISBS).

Fact
ISBS was renamed All India Radio (AIR) in 1936, which is generally taken as AIR’s establishment year under that name.

Why others are incorrect
1927 marks early private broadcasting; 1930 marks ISBS; 1935/1942 are unrelated to the naming milestone.

Final Answer
1936.