Muhammad Ali, Maulana

Maulana Muhammad Ali's rise to Indian national scene began in the first decade of twentieth century with publication of his articles in the Times of India. His fame quickly towered high with the founding and publication of his English Weekly 'Comrade' on January 1, 1911. As the Editor, he expressed his views in flawless English, demonstrated a high standard of professional integrity, and was the first to protest against despotic press laws. The Weekly 'Comrade' became the voice of the struggle against exploitation and oppression of the British government, and it was recognized as the leading p...