The Aligarh Movement was started by _________ .

The correct option is Syed Ahmed Khan.

Explanation:

The Aligarh Movement was a pioneering educational and social reform movement started in the late 19th century. Its primary objective was to modernize education for the Muslim community in South Asia, encouraging the adoption of western scientific education and English language alongside traditional Islamic values.
The movement was founded and led by Sir Syed Ahmed Khan, who also established the Muhammadan Anglo-Oriental College in 1875, which later became the famous Aligarh Muslim University (AMU).