The 'Aligarh Muslim University' was founded in: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The 'Aligarh Muslim University' was founded in:
A. 1876
B. 1877
C. 1874
D. 1875
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The Aligarh Muslim University (then Muhammadan Anglo-Oriental College) was founded by Sir Syed Ahmed Khan in 1875.

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