The Aligarh Movement was led by: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The Aligarh Movement was led by:
A. Maulana Abul Kalam Azad
B. Muhammad Ali Jinnah
C. Hakim Ajmal Khan
D. Sir Syed Ahmed Khan
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
The Aligarh Movement was led by Sir Syed Ahmed Khan, who founded the Muhammadan Anglo-Oriental College in 1875 (later Aligarh Muslim University). It aimed at modern education for Muslims.

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