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Why did Sir Syed Aligarh start the Aligarh movement?
Why did Sir Syed Aligarh start the Aligarh movement?
- To promote Hindi as the national language
- To gain a majority in the civil service exams
- To encourage Muslims to learn Urdu
- To improve the relationship between Muslims and the British (correct)
What did Sir Syed advise Muslims to do to get civil jobs?
What did Sir Syed advise Muslims to do to get civil jobs?
- Follow Hindu traditions
- Acquire Western education (correct)
- Join the Indian National Congress
- Learn Sanskrit
Why did Sir Syed believe that Muslims and Hindus are two different nations?
Why did Sir Syed believe that Muslims and Hindus are two different nations?
- Muslims followed Western education
- Hindus wanted a majority in parliament (correct)
- Muslims wanted Hindi to be the national language
- Hindus introduced civil service exams for job opportunities
What was one of the main reasons for Hindu-Muslim riots according to Sir Syed?
What was one of the main reasons for Hindu-Muslim riots according to Sir Syed?
What was Sir Syed's primary motivation behind starting the Aligarh movement?
What was Sir Syed's primary motivation behind starting the Aligarh movement?
Why did Sir Syed object to the introduction of civil services exams for jobs?
Why did Sir Syed object to the introduction of civil services exams for jobs?
Why did Sir Syed believe that Muslims and Hindus are two different nations?
Why did Sir Syed believe that Muslims and Hindus are two different nations?
What was the main reason for Sir Syed objecting to the introduction of civil services exams for jobs?
What was the main reason for Sir Syed objecting to the introduction of civil services exams for jobs?
Why did Sir Syed advise Muslims to acquire Western education?
Why did Sir Syed advise Muslims to acquire Western education?
What was a significant difference between the aspirations of Muslims and Hindus regarding language?
What was a significant difference between the aspirations of Muslims and Hindus regarding language?
Flashcards
Aligarh Movement: Motivation?
Aligarh Movement: Motivation?
To foster better relations between Muslims and the British.
Sir Syed's advice for jobs?
Sir Syed's advice for jobs?
Acquire Western education.
Why two nations?
Why two nations?
Hindus' desire for majority rule in parliament.
Cause of Hindu-Muslim riots?
Cause of Hindu-Muslim riots?
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Aligarh Movement: Goal?
Aligarh Movement: Goal?
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Objection to civil service exams?
Objection to civil service exams?
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Why Two Nations (elections)?
Why Two Nations (elections)?
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Why object to Civil Service Exams?
Why object to Civil Service Exams?
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Advise Western education, why?
Advise Western education, why?
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Language Aspirations: Difference?
Language Aspirations: Difference?
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Study Notes
Sir Syed Aligarh Movement
- Started by Sir Syed to improve Muslim-British relations, as Muslims were considered guilty for the 1857 uprising.
- Sir Syed aimed to clear misconceptions and encouraged Muslims to acquire Western education to secure civil jobs.
Reasons for the Movement
- Hindus were progressing socially, politically, and culturally, while Muslims were not.
- Sir Syed believed Muslims needed to adopt Western education to catch up.
Two-Nation Theory
- Developed by Sir Syed due to differences between Muslims and Hindus.
- Muslims wanted Urdu as the national language, while Hindus wanted Hindi.
- Hindus, being the majority, would always win elections in a Parliamentary system.
- Sir Syed objected to Hindus introducing civil service exams, as Muslims lacked English proficiency.
Consequences of the Movement
- Sir Syed realized Muslims and Hindus were two different nations with distinct cultures, regions, and values.
- He believed they could not coexist peacefully, leading to riots and social unrest.
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Test your knowledge on Sir Syed's Aligarh Movement and its significance in Muslim history. Learn about the reasons behind Sir Syed's initiative to educate Muslims and bridge the gap with the British colonial rulers.
