Question

'The Mohammedan Anglo-Oriental Defence Association' was started by -
1. Sir Sayed Ahmad Khan
2. T. Beck
3. A. S. Samuelsen
4. M. M. Mulk

Answer 1

Correct Answer - Option 1 : Sir Sayed Ahmad Khan

The correct answer is Sir Sayed Ahmad Khan.

• Sir Syed Ahmad Khan founded the Mohammedan Anglo-Oriental Defence Association in the year 1893 with the assistance of Theodore Beck.
  • The main purpose of founding this association was to unite Muslims.
    • Through this association, the Muslim leaders wished to improve Anglo-Muslim/Anglo-Oriental relationships as well.
  • Syed Ahmed Khan received a knighthood in 1888 for his loyalty.
  • He wanted to reconcile western scientific education with the teachings of the Quran.
  • He served the British administration before the revolt of 1857.
  • He has also written a pamphlet titled “The Causes of the Indian Revolt'' to explain the reasons for the revolt from an Indian perspective.
  • He is known for his pioneering role in transforming educational opportunities for Muslims.
  • He started the Aligarh movement.
    • It was a systemic movement aimed at reforming the social, political, and educational aspects of the Muslim community.
  • He established the Scientific Society in 1864, in Aligarh.
    • The society aimed to translate Western works into Indian languages to prepare Muslims to accept Western education.
    • The Aligarh Institute Gazette was a magazine published by him.