Khilafat Movement Start Year

The Khilafat Movement officially began in 1919.

This movement emerged in British India shortly after World War I, driven by Muslim sentiments concerning the perceived mistreatment of the Ottoman Caliphate (Turkey) by the Allied powers.

Key leaders like the Ali brothers galvanized support for this cause, advocating for the restoration of the Caliph's powers.

The movement later merged with the broader Indian independence movement, notably supporting Mahatma Gandhi's non-cooperation initiatives.

Therefore, the correct starting year for the Khilafat Movement is 1919.