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Q. Who among the following was the real founder of the Aligarh Muslim University?

A
Syed Ahmad Khan
B
Nawab Salimullah
C
Abul Kalam Azad
D
Muhhammed Ali Jinnah

Correct Answer

Syed Ahmad Khan

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