Print Culture: Sir Syed’s Aligarh Institute Gazette 1866-1897

This critical study of The Aligarh Institute Gazette, an organ of the Scientific Society, covers the period 1866-97 when India was experiencing new political, social, educational and religious ideas and social movements were gathering steam. With an account of the life and achievements of Syed Ahmed Khan, it examines the role of the Scientific Society, highlighting the need for social and political reforms and trying to develop a scientific temperament among the people. It views the editorials by Syed Ahmed Khan that set the tone and style of editorial writing in Urdu journalism. It also throws light on the idea and character of Syed Ahmed Khan as well.