Learn about the life and achievements of Sir Syed Ahmad Khan, a civil servant and a pioneer of modern India. He founded Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) and advocated for the education and empowerment of the Muslim community. Nawab Mohsin-ul-Mulk, Sir Syed Ahmad Khan, Justice Syed Mahmood, he was the first Muslim to serve as a High Court judge in the British Raj. Having recognised the steady decline in Mughal political power, Sir Syed decided to enter the service of the East India Company. Sir Syed Ahmed Khan was a prominent Indian Muslim reformer, educator, and thinker. He is best known for promoting modern education among Indian Muslims and laying the foundation for the Aligarh Movement. Learn about the contributions of Sir Syed Ahmad Khan, a prominent 19th century figure who advocated for modern education, interfaith understanding, and Muslim representation in colonial India. Explore his views on women's education, the Aligarh Movement, and the evolution of his political thought.
