ALIGARH, October 22: Sir Syed Ahmad Khan’s progressive ideals and educational vision played a significant role in shaping the socio-cultural awakening in Kerala, observed Dr Azees Tharuvana, distinguished writer, scholar and thinker, while delivering a keynote address on “Kerala Renaissance and Sir Syed Ahmad Khan” at an academic lecture organised by the Malayalam Section, Department of Modern Indian Languages (MIL), Aligarh Muslim University (AMU), as part of the Sir Syed Day celebrations.
Dr Tharuvana, Head of the Department of Malayalam at Farook College, Kozhikode, highlighted the importance of modern education and rational inquiry in community empowerment, noting that Sir Syed’s advocacy of scientific temper and educational reform resonated beyond linguistic and regional boundaries. He emphasised that Sir Syed’s approach to challenging superstition and social dogmas through education remains relevant today.
Dr Tharuvana, is an acclaimed academician and folklorist. His research monograph, Vayanadan Ramayanam, and documentary features have received national recognition.
Prof. A. Nujum, Chairperson, Department of Modern Indian Languages, delivered the presidential address. Mr Rafsal Babu C. V., Section In-Charge of the Malayalam Section, welcomed the gathering, while Dr R. Tamil Selvam, Assistant Professor and In-Charge of the Tamil Section, offered felicitations. Mr Mehboob Taliparamba, research scholar in the Department of Arabic, proposed the vote of thanks.
