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"The Mohammedan Anglo - Oriental Defence Association" was started by

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. Sir Sayed Ahamed Khan
  2. T. Beck
  3. A. S. Samuelsen
  4. M. M. Mulk

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Sir Sayed Ahamed Khan

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: A. Sir Sayed Ahamed Khan šŸ“š Explanation: Sir Syed Ahmed Khan established the "Mohammedan Anglo-Oriental Defence Association" in 1893 to protect the political rights of the Muslim community. He aimed to discourage them from joining the Indian National Congress. He believed that Muslims should focus on modern education and loyalty to the British government for their progress. This association was a precursor to organized Muslim politics in India.