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1
What was the main purpose of the Scientific Society established by Sir Syed Ahmad Khan in 1864?
Answer:
To translate English books into Urdu language
Sir Syed Ahmad Khan laid the foundation of the Scientific Society at Ghazipur in 1864 with the specific aim of translating standard English works on modern arts, sciences, and history into Urdu to make western knowledge accessible to the local population.
2
In which year was the Mohammedan Anglo-Oriental (MAO) School established at Aligarh?
Answer:
1875
Sir Syed Ahmad Khan established the Mohammedan Anglo-Oriental School at Aligarh on May 24, 1875, and regular teaching commenced on June 1st of the same year as a first step toward his goal of a Muslim university.
3
Who was the Viceroy of India that formally laid the foundation stone of the MAO College in 1877?
Answer:
Lord Lytton
The Mohammedan Anglo-Oriental College was inaugurated and its foundation stone was formally laid by the Viceroy, Lord Lytton, on January 8, 1877, marking a significant milestone for the Aligarh Movement.
4
What was the name of the influential Urdu journal started by Sir Syed to reform Muslim society?
Answer:
Tahzib-ul-Akhlaq
Sir Syed started the magazine Tahzib-ul-Akhlaq (Mohammedan Social Reformer) in 1870 to propagate his ideas on social reform, modernize the outlook of Muslims, and criticize conservative ways of living.
5
Which book did Sir Syed write to explain the causes of the 1857 uprising and defend the Indians?
Answer:
Asbab-i-Baghawat-i-Hind
Written in 1858, 'Asbab-i-Baghawat-i-Hind' (Causes of the Indian Revolt) was an act of great courage where Sir Syed analyzed the British policies that led to the dissatisfaction and the subsequent revolt.
6
Who was the first European principal of the MAO College at Aligarh?
Answer:
Theodore Beck
Theodore Beck, a distinguished graduate of Cambridge, served as the Principal of MAO College and played a significant role in the early development of the institution and Aligarh politics.
7
The All India Muslim League was founded during a session of which organization in 1906?
Answer:
Mohammedan Educational Conference
The All India Muslim League was launched on December 30, 1906, during the annual meeting of the Mohammedan Educational Conference held in Dacca, following a proposal by Nawab Salimullah.
8
Sir Syed Ahmad Khan visited which country in 1869 to study its educational system?
Answer:
England
In 1869, Sir Syed traveled to England with his son Syed Mahmud. During his seventeen-month stay, he visited Oxford and Cambridge Universities to model his future educational institutions after them.
9
What was the primary political advice Sir Syed gave to the Muslims regarding the Indian National Congress?
Answer:
To stay away from politics and the Congress
Sir Syed advised Muslims to stay away from politics and the Indian National Congress, believing that they should focus solely on modern education first to compete with other communities and avoid British displeasure.
10
Which work was written by Sir Syed in response to William Muir's 'Life of Mahomet'?
Answer:
Khutbat-i-Ahmadiyya
Sir Syed wrote 'Khutbat-i-Ahmadiyya' (Essays on the Life of Muhammad) while in England to provide a scholarly rebuttal to the critiques and fallacies found in William Muir’s biography of the Prophet.
11
In what year did the MAO College finally receive the status of a University?
Answer:
1920
Although Sir Syed died in 1898, his dream was realized in 1920 when the Mohammedan Anglo-Oriental College was officially upgraded to the Aligarh Muslim University.
12
Who was the leader of the Simla Deputation that met Lord Minto in 1906?
Answer:
Aga Khan
The Simla Deputation, consisting of 35 prominent Muslim leaders, was led by Aga Khan. They met the Viceroy, Lord Minto, to demand separate electorates and better representation for Muslims.
13
What was the main objective of the Mohammedan Educational Conference established in 1886?
Answer:
To spread western and religious education among Muslim masses
The Mohammedan Educational Conference was set up in 1886 to provide a platform for discussing the educational problems of Muslims and to promote modern western education across the subcontinent.
14
Which script controversy in 1900 led to a rift between the Aligarh leaders and the British government?
Answer:
Hindi-Urdu controversy
The Nagri Resolution of 1900, which recognized the Nagri (Hindi) script for official use alongside Persian (Urdu), sparked the Hindi-Urdu controversy and caused significant unrest among the Muslim intelligentsia.
15
Who authored the book 'The Indian Musalman', which influenced British policy towards Muslims in the 1870s?
Answer:
W.W. Hunter
W.W. Hunter’s book 'The Indian Musalman' made a strong plea for the British government to reconcile with the Muslims and provide them with concessions to bring them into the mainstream.
16
What was the 'Scientific Society' renamed to after its office moved to Aligarh?
Answer:
Aligarh Scientific Society
Initially founded in Ghazipur as the Translation Society in 1863, it became known as the Scientific Society, and its headquarters were moved to Aligarh in 1866 following Sir Syed’s transfer.
17
Sir Syed Ahmad Khan was appointed as a member of which council in 1878?
Answer:
Imperial Legislative Council
Sir Syed Ahmad Khan was appointed as a member of the Imperial Legislative Council in 1878, a position that reflected his rising influence and the government's recognition of his loyalty.
18
Which organization was formed in 1888 to oppose the Indian National Congress?
Answer:
Indian United Patriotic Association
In 1888, with the encouragement of Theodore Beck, the Indian United Patriotic Association was formed to oppose the Congress and advocate for Muslim interests and loyalty to the British.
19
What was the name of the first archaeological book written by Sir Syed about Delhi's monuments?
Answer:
Asarus Sanadid
Sir Syed wrote 'Asarus Sanadid' (The Reminiscences of Ancient Ruins) in 1847, which was a pioneering work on the archaeology and historical monuments of Delhi.
20
Which Sufi school's system of 'piri and muridi' did Sir Syed strongly criticize?
Answer:
Sufism in general (traditional mystical practices)
Sir Syed criticized the narrow outlook of traditional interpreters and condemned social abuses like the 'piri and muridi' system, urging a more rational and scientific approach to religion.
