What was the primary aim of 'Aligarh Movement'?

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UKPSC Combined Upper PCS (Prelims) Exam (General Studies) Official Paper-I (Held On: 14 Jul, 2024)

Answer 1

The correct answer is option 3.

Key Points

The Aligarh Movement was started by Sir Syed Ahmad Khan in the late 19th century.
Its primary goal was to modernize the education of Indian Muslims by incorporating Western scientific knowledge and English education, which they were largely avoiding at the time. Hence, option 3 is correct.
Sir Syed believed that social and educational upliftment of Muslims was essential for their progress under British rule.
Key Contributions of the Movement:
- Establishment of Muhammadan Anglo-Oriental College in 1875 (which later became Aligarh Muslim University in 1920).
- Promotion of rational thinking, scientific temper, and English language education.
- Advocated loyalty to the British Crown to gain educational and administrative advantages for Muslims.