Matan, Department of Urdu & Iqbaliat, The Islamia University - Bahawalpur

MATAN (متْن) Urdu Research Journal

Department of Urdu & Iqbaliat, The Islamia University of Bahawalpur
ISSN (print): 2708-5724
ISSN (online): 2708-5732
Abstract

Muzaffargarh occupies a significant position in the cultural history of science, literature, poetry, and journalism. Geographically situated near Multan, the region has historically served as a transitional route for various invasions and migrations. Iranian, Arab, and Afghan forces passed through Muzaffargarh during different periods, and even Alexander the Great reached Multan via the Indus River through this area, encountering strong resistance there. Due to these historical and geographical connections, Muzaffargarh has long been regarded as a sub-region of Multan, sharing similar cultural, intellectual, and literary traditions. Among Urdu literary genres, the ghazal holds a central place, and Muzaffargarh has maintained a strong and continuous tradition of Urdu ghazal poetry. Poets from this region contributed significantly by introducing new themes, sensibilities and stylistic trends to the Urdu ghazal. This article examines and outlines the tradition of Urdu ghazal in Muzaffargarh and highlights its distinctive literary contributions.

Author(s):

Scholar PhD Urdu, NCBA&E, Multan.

Pakistan

Professor, NCBA&E, Multan.

Pakistan

  • shakilpitafi@gmail.com

Details:

Type: Article
Volume: 5
Issue: 2
Language: Urdu
Id: 679d13ef18377
Pages 70 - 84
Published September 30, 2024

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