• Hamza Thodengal

Abstract This article attempts to evaluate and determine the educational interventions of the Islamic social reform movement, Jamaat-e-Islami, in Kerala. Jamaat-e-Islami a modern reformist organization based on Islamic ideology, has developed a distinctive style and methodology in its activities across the country. They were the pioneering organisation to start both religious and modern secular education in Kerala through various institutions. Their, socio-cultural endeavours and initiatives such as the Ideal Relief Wing (IRW), Kerala Masjid Council, People’s Foundation, AICL, etc., Additionally, the movement emphasizes the role of literary works and contributions through its literary agents, including publications like Prabhodhanam Weekly, Aaramam Weekly, Madhyamam Weekly, Malarvadi Monthly, Madhyamam Daily News, and the Media One Television Channel and Islamic Publishing House (IPH). This study adopts a descriptive and analytical methodology to analyse the collected data, providing a comprehensive understanding of Jamaat-e-Islami's educational activities and its impact among the Kerala Muslims. It also examines the various educational institutions and other socio-cultural activities of this organisation.

Jamaat-e Islami, Education, Islamia Colleges, Majlis and Hikma Examinations

"Empowering Kerala Muslims: The Transformative Role of Jamaat-e-Islami in Education and Socio-cultural Development", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.11, Issue 6, page no.e411-e417, June-2024, Available :http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2406455.pdf

"Empowering Kerala Muslims: The Transformative Role of Jamaat-e-Islami in Education and Socio-cultural Development", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org | UGC and issn Approved), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.11, Issue 6, page no. ppe411-e417, June-2024, Available at : http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2406455.pdf