Sir Syed Ahmed Khan was a great Muslim modernist who inspired a new movement to reform and educate Muslims. His major contribution was his vision to establish a modern Muslim nation. He also inspired Muslims to acquire modern education without forgetting their love for their own culture and religion. Sir Syed played an instrumental role in the rise of the Muslim middle class in British India.  He is considered the founding father of Pakistan whose legacy lives on in the country’s ongoing struggle to define itself as a modern nation.