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The 'Aligarh Movement', which aimed at the social and educational reform of the Muslim community, was spearheaded by:
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Correct answer: Syed Ahmad Khan
Explanation: ā Correct Answer: C) Syed Ahmad Khan š Explanation: Sir Syed Ahmad Khan launched the Aligarh Movement in the late 19th century to awaken the Muslim community intellectually and politically. He strongly advocated for Western scientific education combined with Islamic values, leading to the establishment of the Muhammadan Anglo-Oriental College in 1875, which later became the Aligarh Muslim University.