Do You Know About Sir Syed Ahmad Khan?

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    Sir Syed visualized the bright future of the Muslims in absorbing the modern education of the west.

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Explore the life and impact of Sir Syed Ahmad Khan, a pivotal figure in South Asian history. This quiz assesses your understanding of his role during the decline of the Mughal Empire, his efforts in educational reforms, and his vision for modern education among Muslims.

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    The War of Independence fought in 1857 had entirely changed Sir Syed.

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    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The statement suggests that the War of Independence in 1857 had a significant impact on Sir Syed. This implies that the events and aftermath of the war had a transformative effect on his beliefs, perspectives, or actions. The exact nature of this change is not specified, but it implies that Sir Syed went through a significant transformation as a result of the war.

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    Sir Syed Ahmad Khan was born in the period where Mughal Empire was close to collapse completely.

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    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    Sir Syed Ahmad Khan was born during a time when the Mughal Empire was in decline. This period marked the end of Mughal rule in India, with the empire losing significant power and territory. Sir Syed Ahmad Khan, as a prominent Muslim reformer and thinker, witnessed the weakening of the empire and its ultimate collapse. His experiences during this time likely influenced his ideas and efforts to modernize and educate the Muslim community in India.

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    He devoted his entire life for the purpose of bridging the gap between Muslims and British.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The given statement suggests that the person in question dedicated their entire life to bridging the gap between Muslims and British. This implies that they actively worked towards fostering understanding and harmony between these two groups. Therefore, the answer "True" is correct as it aligns with the information provided in the statement.

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    Sir Syed won the British confidence and cordial relationship by saving their lives during the War of Independence.

    • True

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    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    Sir Syed won the British confidence and cordial relationship by saving their lives during the War of Independence. This suggests that Sir Syed played a significant role in ensuring the safety and well-being of the British during the war. His actions likely earned him their trust and admiration, leading to a positive relationship between Sir Syed and the British.

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    Publications like Loyal Mohammedans of India and Risala Asbab-i-Baghawat-i-Hind hindered both the nations to rectify their accusations.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The statement suggests that publications like Loyal Mohammedans of India and Risala Asbab-i-Baghawat-i-Hind hindered both nations from rectifying their accusations. However, without further context or information about these publications, it is not possible to determine whether they actually hindered the nations or not. Therefore, the answer is false as the statement cannot be proven without additional information.

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    Sir Syed warned Muslims not to join Indian National Congress to avoid politics pleasing British.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The statement is false because Sir Syed Ahmad Khan, a prominent Muslim leader in British India, actually encouraged Muslims to join the Indian National Congress. He believed that political participation was necessary for the progress and empowerment of the Muslim community. However, he also emphasized the importance of maintaining a separate identity and protecting the interests of Muslims within the political framework. Therefore, the correct answer is false.

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    Sir Syed founded the Mohammedan Defense Association for the purpose to develop ‘the working relationship’ between the British and the Muslims.

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    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The statement is false because Sir Syed founded the Mohammedan Anglo-Oriental College (later known as Aligarh Muslim University) with the aim of promoting modern education among Muslims in India. The college played a significant role in fostering a sense of unity and political consciousness among the Muslim community, but it was not specifically established to develop a working relationship between the British and Muslims.

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    He worked for the depressed Muslims of the sub-continent and established political institutions.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The statement suggests that the person mentioned in the question worked for the depressed Muslims of the sub-continent and established political institutions. However, the correct answer is False because there is no information provided about the person's actions or achievements. The statement is incomplete and lacks clarity, making it impossible to determine the accuracy of the answer.

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    Sir Syed on Urdu-Hindi controversy expressed his view by stating that Hindus and Muslims should try to develop ‘the working relationship’ between the two nations.

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    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    Sir Syed's view on the Urdu-Hindi controversy was that Hindus and Muslims should not try to develop a working relationship between the two nations. Therefore, the correct answer is False.

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