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1817-1898 - Muslim Reformers - Sir Syed Ahmed Khan
The honorific 'Syed' in his name traditionally indicates claimed descent from:
A. The family of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)
B. The Mughal emperors
C. The Maratha Peshwas
D. The British royal family
Correct Answer: A
The title Syed is traditionally used for families claiming descent from the Prophet's household.
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1817-1898 - Muslim Reformers - Sir Syed Ahmed Khan
In addition to languages and religion, Sir Syed studied subjects such as:
A. Mathematics and medicine
B. Naval engineering only
C. European painting only
D. Roman law only
Correct Answer: A
His early studies also included mathematics and medicine, reflecting a broad intellectual upbringing.
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1817-1898 - Muslim Reformers - Sir Syed Ahmed Khan
Sir Syed Ahmad Khan's early education included Persian and:
A. Arabic
B. French
C. Portuguese
D. Russian
Correct Answer: A
His traditional education included Persian, Arabic and Islamic learning.
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1817-1898 - Muslim Reformers - Sir Syed Ahmed Khan
Sir Syed's maternal grandfather, Khwaja Fariduddin, served the Mughal court mainly as a:
A. Wazir or senior official
B. Naval commander
C. European ambassador
D. Provincial zamindar only
Correct Answer: A
Khwaja Fariduddin held a senior position at the court of Akbar II.
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1817-1898 - Muslim Reformers - Sir Syed Ahmed Khan
Sir Syed Ahmad Khan's family was historically associated with the:
A. Mughal court
B. Maratha navy
C. Sikh Khalsa army
D. French East India Company
Correct Answer: A
Members of his paternal and maternal families had served or maintained close links with the Mughal court.
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What was the name of Sir Syed Ahmad Khan's mother?
A. Mumtaz Mahal
B. Aziz-un-Nisa
C. Begum Hazrat Mahal
D. Lal Kunwar
Correct Answer: B
Aziz-un-Nisa played an important role in his disciplined upbringing and early education.
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1817-1898 - Muslim Reformers - Sir Syed Ahmed Khan
What was the name of Sir Syed Ahmad Khan's father?
A. Mir Muhammad Muttaqi
B. Khwaja Fariduddin
C. Syed Mahmood
D. Mirza Ghalib
Correct Answer: A
His father, Mir Muhammad Muttaqi, was associated with the Mughal court.
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1817-1898 - Muslim Reformers - Sir Syed Ahmed Khan
Sir Syed Ahmad Khan was born during the reign of Mughal emperor:
A. Shah Alam II
B. Akbar II
C. Bahadur Shah II
D. Alamgir II
Correct Answer: B
In 1817, the nominal Mughal ruler at Delhi was Akbar II.
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1817-1898 - Muslim Reformers - Sir Syed Ahmed Khan
Sir Syed Ahmad Khan was born in:
A. Aligarh
B. Delhi
C. Bijnor
D. Ghazipur
Correct Answer: B
He was born in Delhi, which remained closely connected with the Mughal court and Indo-Muslim culture.
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1817-1898 - Muslim Reformers - Sir Syed Ahmed Khan
Sir Syed Ahmad Khan was born on:
A. 17 October 1817
B. 27 March 1817
C. 17 October 1827
D. 27 March 1898
Correct Answer: A
Sir Syed Ahmad Khan was born on 17 October 1817.