Who is often considered the founder of modern Egypt and the …

Source: JAMB · 2023

Who is often considered the founder of modern Egypt and the ruler of Egypt from 1805 to 1848?

  1. Khedive Ismail
  2. King Farouk
  3. Mohammed Ali ✓
  4. Gamal Abdel Nasser
Explanation

Mohammed Ali Pasha took power in Egypt in 1805 and ruled until 1848. He built a modern army, schools and factories, and reformed farming. For this reason he is called the founder of modern Egypt.

Gamal Abdel Nasser and King Farouk ruled in the 20th century, long after.

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