Sir Syed | MCQs

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In 1867, the Hindi-Urdu controversy deeply affected Sir Syed Ahmad Khan, changing his view of Hindu-Muslim unity.

He realized that Muslims needed a separate political identity and educational progress.

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Sir Syed is considered as the first person to theorize the idea of separate nationhood for Muslims in subcontinent.

In a speech at Meerut in 1866 he presented on overall scenario of post colonial phase in

which he described Muslims and Hindus as two nations

Syed Ahmad Khan who presented the theory of the two nations 

He presented this theory In a speech at Meerut in 1866 

The two-nation theory is the basis of the creation of Pakistan.

The theory advocated by the All India Muslim League is the founding principle of the Pakistan Movement.

The state of India officially rejected the two-nation theory

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The Muhammadan Anglo-Oriental (MAO) School was established by Sir Syed Ahmed Khan in 1875 as part of the Aligarh Movement.

It later evolved into Aligarh Muslim University, aiming to modernize Muslim education.

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In the early phase of his political career, Sir Syed Ahmad Khan strongly advocated for Hindu-Muslim unity to ensure cooperation and peace under British rule.

He believed both communities could work together for the progress of India before later emphasizing Muslim identity separately.

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On January 9, 1864 Sir Syed formed a translation society called Scientific Society at Ghazipur.

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سر سید احمد خان 17 اکتوبر 1817 کو دہلی انڈیا میں پیدا ہوئے۔

سر سید احمد خان 1898 میں علی گڑھ میں دفن ہوئے۔

دو قومی نظریہ پہلی بار سرسید نے پیش کیا۔

علی گڑھ تحریک کے بانی سر سید احمد خان تھے۔

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Tehzeeb-ul-Ikhlaq was a journal published by the Muslim reformer Sir Syed Ahmed Khan between 1871 and 1897.

The journal published alternative Muslim perspectives, written in plain language.

It gave voice to the publisher's religious, social, and reforming opinions

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Sir Syed Ahmad Khan initially believed that Hindus and Muslims were "two eyes of the same beautiful bride" — India, and could coexist peacefully.

Over time, due to political and social developments, his views evolved toward recognizing their distinct identities.

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Sir Syed Ahmed Khan expressed his views on the 1857 uprising in his famous work Asbab-e-Baghawat-e-Hind, where he analyzed the causes behind the rebellion.

In this journal, he argued that the revolt was a result of misunderstandings and mismanagement, emphasizing the need for social reforms and education for Muslims.

Explanation

On January 9, 1864 Sir Syed Ahmad Khan formed a translation society called Scientific Society at Ghazipur.