What were the contributions of sir syed ahmed khan to urdu literature?

Answer 1

Sir Syed was a government civil servant and s scholar. The 1857 revolt was a turning point in his life. The following are his important works:

1) "ASARUS SANADEED" -- It is an archaeological masterpiece providing a wealth of information on countless historical monuments in Delhi from the eight hundred long Muslim rule. This book was published in 1847.

2) "ASBAB-E-BAGHAWAT-E-HIND" -- (The causes of Indian Revolt) This book was published in 1859 after the 1857 revolt after witnessing the atrocities committed by the British on the inhabitants of Delhi. He saw an uncle, a cousin and an aunt dying before his eyes. He saved his mother but she died due to privations she had experienced. Muslims were the main targets of the government wrath.

3) "THE ALIGARH INSTITUTE GAZETTE" -- It was an organ of the Scientific Society started in 1866. It made the people think and use their wisdom.

4) "TEHZIB-UL-AKHLAQ" It succeeded in making people realise the value of modern knowledge. It also gave new directions to Muslim social and political thoughts.