Explore the Wahabi Movement founded by Syed Ahmed of Rai Bareilly, inspired by Islamic reformers. Learn about its opposition to Western influence, jihad against British rule, and its eventual suppression by British military operations.
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Civil Uprisings : Wahabi Movement: Origins, Goals, and Impact
Founded by Syed Ahmed of Rai Bareilly, inspired by Abdul Wahab of Saudi Arabia and Shah Waliullah of Delhi.
Condemned western influence on Islam, advocating a return to the pure form of Islam and society from the time of the Prophet.
Syed Ahmed was recognized as the leader (Imam) and established a secret organization with spiritual vice-regents (Khalifas) with Sithana as the base.
Important centers were in Patna, with missions in Hyderabad, Madras, Bengal, United Provinces, and Bombay.
Declared jihad against the Sikh kingdom of Punjab, and after Punjab was incorporated into the East India Company’s dominion, focused attacks on the British.
Played a significant role in spreading anti-British sentiments.
British military operations in the 1860s and sedition court cases weakened the movement, although resistance continued into the 1880s and 1890s.
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