Ali Garh Movement

Introduction:

After 1857, the Muslims emerged as a backward nation; they were illiterate and hopelessly ignorant in every walk of life. Nevertheless, they were economically, politically, socially and to be more exact religiously made the subject of ruthless punishment. In such conditions, Sir Syed Ahmad Khan came forward and tried to help the Muslims come out from such miserable conditions. He guided the Muslims towards the right path and attempted to draw out the Muslims from such helpless condition.

Objectives of Aligarh Movement:

The main focus of the Aligarh movement was:

Loyalty to British Government.
Modern western education for the Muslims to compete with Hindus.
To keep away the Muslims from politics.

Scientific Society at Ghazipur:

In 1864, Sir Syed Ahmad Khan laid the foundation of a scientific society at Ghazipur. The purpose of this society was to translate the English books into Urdu language.

Mohammedan Educational Conference:

In 1886, Sir Syed set up an organization which is known as Mohammedan Educational Conference, which presented a twelve point program in western and religious education in English and other languages. It aim was to convey the message of education to the Muslim masses.

Conclusion:

Sir Syed, although, was the first Muslim member of Central Legislative Council, but he advised the Muslims to remain apart from politics unless and until they would get education. He believed that the cure of Muslim problems is only education and unless and until Muslims get education.