The Aligarh Movement, aimed at modernizing Muslim education and social outlook, was started by whom? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The Aligarh Movement, aimed at modernizing Muslim education and social outlook, was started by whom?
A. Mohammad Ali Jinnah
B. Sir Syed Ahmed Khan
C. Maulana Abul Kalam Azad
D. Aga Khan
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Sir Syed Ahmed Khan established the Muhammadan Anglo-Oriental College at Aligarh in 1875 (later Aligarh Muslim University) to blend modern Western science with Islamic studies.

Discuss this Question (0)

No comments yet. Be the first to start the discussion!

Practice More Modern History of India Questions

Question #1
The Bardoli Satyagraha was in the year:
A. 1918
B. 1928
C. 1922
D. 1930

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
It was led by Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel.

This question belongs to: History GK Modern History of India
Question #2
The 'Hindu College' in Calcutta was established in 1817 with the help of?
A. Lord Macaulay
B. Raja Ram Mohan Roy and David Hare
C. Debendranath Tagore
D. Ishwar Chandra Vidyasagar

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
Hindu College (later Presidency College) was established in 1817 through the efforts of Raja Ram Mohan Roy, David Hare, and others.

This question belongs to: History GK Modern History of India
Question #3
The 'Simon Commission' was appointed in 1927. It submitted its report in which year?
A. 1932
B. 1928
C. 1930
D. 1929

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
The Simon Commission submitted its report in May 1930.

This question belongs to: History GK Modern History of India