Aligarh Muslim University was founded by _____.

Jinnah

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Syed Ahmed Khan

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Abul Kalam Azad

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Bhutto

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The correct option is B Syed Ahmed Khan
Sir Syed Ahmad Khan was a Muslim philosopher, social activist and educator who founded the Anglo-Mohammedan Oriental College which later came to be known as Aligarh Muslim University. He considered competence in English and Western sciences necessary skills for maintaining Muslims' political influence.The university is open to everyone irrespective of caste, creed, religion or gender.

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