Q. Who started the Ahmadia Movement in 1889?
(a) Altaf Hussain
(b) Nazir Ahmad
(c) Shibli Mohani
(d) Mirza Ghulam Ahmad
Ans: (d) Mirza Ghulam Ahmad
Explanation: The Ahmadia Movement was started by (d) Mirza Ghulam Ahmad in 1889.
Mirza Ghulam Ahmad was a religious leader from Qadian, Punjab (now in Pakistan). He claimed to be the Promised Messiah and Mahdi, as well as a renewer of faith in Islam. In 1889, he formally established the Ahmadia Movement and called for a revival of true Islamic teachings and the establishment of peace and justice in society.
The Ahmadia Movement emphasized the teachings of Islam, spiritual revival, and social reform. Mirza Ghulam Ahmad wrote extensively on various religious and theological subjects and sought to propagate his message through publications and public speeches.
The movement faced both support and opposition, with some followers embracing his teachings and others viewing him as a controversial figure. Today, the Ahmadia Movement has followers worldwide, and they are known as Ahmadis.
Therefore, the correct answer is (d) Mirza Ghulam Ahmad.
