The Muhammadan Anglo-Oriental College, established in 1875 in Aligarh, India, was the first institution of higher education for Muslims in the country. It aimed to promote modern education while preserving Islamic values, serving as a model for future educational institutions. The college played a crucial role in the Aligarh Movement, which sought to modernize Muslim society through education and social reform. It later became the Aligarh Muslim University in 1920, continuing its legacy of academic excellence and contributing significantly to the educational landscape of India.