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The Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) is a major university in the town of Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh, India. It was originally founded by Sir Syed Ahmed Khan in 1875, as the Mohammedan Anglo-Oriental College (better known as MAO College). It became a full university in 1920.

Osman Ali Khan, Asaf Jah VII donated 5 Lakh Indian Rupees in the 1930's towards this University.


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  • Sir Syed1

    Sir Syed Ahmad Khan, the founder of Aligarh Muslim University

  • Bab-e-Sayyad

    Bab-e-Syed, entrance to the university

  • Aligarh Muslim University Masjid

    Masjid at the Aligarh Muslim University

  • Maulana Azad Library

    Maulana Azad Library, Aligarh Muslim University

  • AMU Journal Logo

    Logo of AMU Journal

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