Pakistan Movement 1857-1947 MCQs

The Aligarh Movement emphasized the importance of:

A) Religious conservatism

B) Western education and modern scientific knowledge

C) Agricultural reform

D) Caste-based society

The Aligarh Movement played a significant role in:

A) Promoting regional languages

B) Encouraging traditional Islamic education

C) Fostering Muslim political separatism

D) Modernizing Muslim education and culture

Which event greatly influenced Sir Syed Ahmad Khan’s views on Muslims and education?

A) The Indian Rebellion of 1857

B) The Swadeshi Movement

C) The Partition of Bengal

D) The Quit India Movement

The Aligarh Movement aimed to bridge the gap between:

A) Muslims and Christians

B) Muslims and Hindus

C) Muslims and Sikhs

D) Muslims and Buddhists

Which term is often associated with the Aligarh Movement’s educational philosophy?

A) Pan-Africanism

B) Westernization

C) Traditionalism

D) None of the above

The “Tahzib al-Akhlaq” journal was established by Sir Syed Ahmad Khan to:

A) Promote traditional Islamic values

B) Promote Persian literature

C) Advocate for political activism

D) Promote social and educational reforms

Sir Syed Ahmad Khan’s “Asar-us-Sanadid” focused on:

A) Modern science and technology

B) Ancient Indian monuments and architecture

C) Islamic philosophy

D) Indian classical music

The Aligarh Movement leaders believed that education would help Muslims:

A) Maintain their traditional way of life

B) Gain political dominance

C) Integrate more effectively with British rulers

D) Achieve social and economic progress

The “Two-Nation Theory” later became a foundational idea for the creation of:

A) United Nations

B) European Union

C) Pakistan

D) China

The concept of “modern education” promoted by the Aligarh Movement included subjects such as:

A) Astrology and palmistry

B) Ancient Indian literature

C) Religious scriptures only

D) Mathematics, science, and English