Ameer Ali, Sir Syed

Sir Syed Ahmed Khan (1817-1898) was an influential Indian Muslim scholar, reformer, and educator during the British colonial period. He advocated for modern education among Muslims and founded the Muhammadan Anglo-Oriental College in Aligarh, which later became Aligarh Muslim University. His efforts aimed to promote scientific knowledge and rational thinking, bridging traditional Islamic education with modern subjects. Sir Syed emphasized social reform and believed that education was key to Muslims' progress in India. He is recognized for his role in awakening the Muslim community and advocating for their rights during a time of significant political change.