The Khilafat Movement was associated with which of the following communities?

Correct option is C

The Correct Answer is C: Muslim.

Explanation:

• The Khilafat Movement (1919-1924) was launched by Indian Muslims to protest against the dismemberment of the Ottoman Caliphate after World War I.
• It aimed to protect the Caliph (spiritual leader of Islam) and maintain the unity of the Muslim Ummah.

Key Points:

• Led by Ali Brothers (Shaukat Ali and Mohammad Ali) along with Maulana Abul Kalam Azad.
• Mahatma Gandhi supported it as part of the Non-Cooperation Movement to strengthen Hindu-Muslim unity.
• It declined after Turkey abolished the Caliphate in 1924 under Mustafa Kemal Atatürk.

Additional Information:

• Sikh community was more involved in movements like the Gurdwara Reform Movement.
• Hindus participated in nationalist movements like the Non-Cooperation and Civil Disobedience Movements.
• Christians were largely focused on missionary activities and social reforms during this period.