The zakir husain memorial lectures zakir husain college on. Zakir hussain was born at hyderabad on february 8, 1897, he came of a pathan family of the upper middleclass. In 1991 zakir started working in the field of dawah, and founded the islamic research foundation. Hasrat mohani best biographies, free pdf books, biography, history, movie posters. Zakir husain the honble past presidents of india, a student project. Ganihar is working in karnatak university, dharwad since 1986. A stacks capacity for about 6 lakh books and a seating capacity for 1275. His political career as governor, vicepresident and president of india has also been covered. He was awarded the padma shri in 1988, and the padma bhushan in 2002, by the government of. In 1969, when president dr zakir hussain died, vicepresident vv giri worked as acting president. Any person vice president chief justice of india senior most judge of supreme court while discharging the duties of the president shall be entitled to all powers and privileges of the president. Zakir hussain, the peerless north indian tabla player, favors an impish strain of virtuosity.
For all children, he wrote, the first books they read are the key to the magic of. Zakir hussain quiz 3rd president of india 1963 bharat. Biography of zakir husain, 18971969, president of india. Originally housed in the old building with an area of 23,038 sq. Explore zakir hussain rose garden zakir hussain rose garden, chandigarh is a perfect destination for a great time with your dear ones. White is in the uk for reformation issues as it is the 500th anniversary of that event in a couple of months. He was awarded the padma shri in 1988, and the padma bhushan in 2002, by the government of india presented by president abdul kalam. Hes a fearsome technician but also a whimsical inventor, devoted to exuberant play. Jamia dr zakir husain librarycentral library zakir. Dr zakir hussain got impressed with maulan ilyas spirituality and strong conviction. Join facebook to connect with zakir hussain and others you may know. A look at the zakir hussain maquette, featuring the.
Zakir hussain was born at hyderabad on february 8, 1897 and suddenly death on 3 may, 1969. Honoris causa by the universities of delhi, calcutta, aligarh, allahabad and cairo. Never has a priest or a mullah taught me what they say is the only truth music maestro zakir hussain was in conversation with director and author nasreen munni kabir and sanjoy k. As a student photographer, dayanita singh travelled during six winters, in the eighties, with the musician, zakir hussain, and his peers, photographing them for a graduation project that became her first book in. Dr zakir husain library is the universitys central library. Zakir hussain is the author of otorhinolaryngology 5. Zakir husain khan 8 february 1897 3 may 1969 was the third president of india, from may 1967 until his death on 3 may 1969. Both of them were drawn irresistibly to each other. The zakir husain memorial lecture, held at zakir husain college each year, honours an eminent educationalist, nationalist, and distinguished president of india. Dr zakir husain was the third president of india and the first muslim to occupy that post. Zakir husain politician news newspapers books scholar jstor may 2017 learn how and when to remove this template message.
The tabla master who jammed with the grateful dead schooled from birth in an ancient instrument, zakir hussain always wanted to rock. Syed isa semait mufti of singapore 19722010 by syed zakir hussain and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. He was the first elected muslim president of india. In the din of chaotic traffic and burstling crowd of students in the campus of jamia millia islamia, one thing which stands like an oasis of calm is our central library. Zakir naikis an indian islamic preacher and founder of peace tv. From young age, zakir husain developed a fascination for politics which he strived to fulfil through education. Born in india, nasreen munni kabir has written sixteen books on hindi. For all children, he wrote, the first books they read are the key to the magic of the world. A debate that i would like to see is david wood vs. It was on may, 1967 that dr zakir hussain created history by being the first muslim president of india to be elected for such a prestigious position. Ustad zakir hussain born 9 march 1951 is an indian tabla virtuoso, composer, percussionist, music producer, film actor and eldest son of legendary tabla player ustad allah rakha. Two presidents and two prime ministers of india wrote forewords of this historic book, which was officially released in new delhi on 24 nov 1968 by then president of india dr zakir hussain, acknowledging the pioneering literary work of principal deka and his associates. Zakir husain remained president of the hindustani talimi sangh until 1950. A charming story, narrated in the manner of the oral tradition by zakir hussain, former president of india, this book will delight children with.
Zakir hussain was appointed vicechancellor of the aligarh muslim university. At carnegie hall, indian music and a heavy beat the new. Read dr zakir hussain by majda asad available from rakuten kobo. Zakir hussain was awarded padma vibhushan in 1954 and bharat ratna in 1963. Its objective was to spread education amongst the masses, the muslims in particular. Zakir hussain rose garden chandigarh, india location. Zakir husain khan 8 february 1897 3 may 1969 was an indian economist and politician. Dr zakir hussain biography president dr zakir hussain. In 2019, zakir received two honorary doctorates, one from berklee college of music, the other from indira kala sangit university in khairagarh, india. He previously served as governor of bihar from 1957 to 1962 and as vice president of india from 1962 to 1967. In his first meeting maulana was deeply impressed by dr zakir hussain genius. He was also nominated a member of the indian universities commission. With so much to lure your senses and offer you recreation at its best, get drenched in the spirit of adventure that you get to explore at zakir hussain rose.
The next year, zakir and family shifted to itawa in uttar. Zakir hussain former president narrating vision of. Answers to non muslims common questions about islam. Zakir hussain vice president of india government of india. A look at the zakir hussain maquette, featuring the maestro in various avatars dayanita singhs latest book is as much about her as it is about tabla virtuoso, zakir hussain. Zakir hussain, a well known research scholar and dancer hails from a traditional muslim family in south india. Indian classical music, which is based on improvisation, spontaneity and a refined. Enjoy the attractions of this popular tourist spot. Among his books are an urdu translation of plato s republic, a critique of capitalism, translations of several works on economics and education, and books for children.
Welcome to zakhir hussain memorial private iti, was started in 1978 to commemorate late dr. Dr zakir hussain february 8, 1897 may 3, 1969 was the third president of india from may, 1967 until his death. After serving as the vice president for a term of five years, dr. The zakir husain memorial lecture, held at zakir husain college each year, honours an eminent educationalist. Symphony orchestra of india will present ameen, amen, shanti, zakirs concerto for four.
Zakir hussain was elected president of india on may, 1967. Husain responded to the nationalist leader mahatma gandhis appeal to indian youth to shun statesupported. Zakir hussain, bharatanatyam dancer, tamil nadu, india. Zakir hussain as vicepresident formed a good team of a philosopher and an educationist, guiding the destinies of the country. Online shopping from a great selection at books store. Wood focuses solely on islam and has actually debated zakir hussain before on a very interesting topic.
Zakir husain was well aware of the historical contribution and contemporary significance. Dr zakir husain biography childhood, life achievements. He currently resides in malaysia, where he has permanent resident status. Short biography of former indian president zakir hussain. Books by zakir hussain blowing hot, blowing cold a charming story, narrated in the manner of the oral tradition by zakir hussain, former president of india, this book will delight children with. The book also carries his academic pursuits and deep enquiry into educational philosophy which won him many laurels and accolades. Ustad zakir hussain is an indian tabla virtuoso, composer, percussionist, music producer, film actor and eldest son of legendary tabla player ustad allah rakha. A look at the zakir hussain maquette, featuring the maestro in various avatars. The zakir husain memorial lecture, held at zakir husain college each year, honours an eminent educationalist, nationalist, and distinguished president of ind. Zakir hussain was born at hyderabad on february 8, 1897, he came of a pathan family of the upper middleclass, settled at qaunganj in the district of farrukhabad, uttar pradesh. Dr zakir hussain met maulana ilyas in 1942 on some occasion.
The aim of the basic education was to develop the qualities of the ideal citizenship and more aspect should be give to the indian culture than the literacy. Zakir husain, indian statesman, the first muslim to hold the largely ceremonial position of president of india. Zakir hussain its secretary and seth jamnalal bajaj the treasurer. The world university service made him the chairman of the indian national committee and in 1954 he was elected the world president of the organization. His father fida hussain was a very popular advocate who always fought for truth and justice.
Hussain was born on 1897 february 8th in hyderabad. His fostering of secularism was criticized by some muslim activists. He was a renowned educationist and intellectual and his contribution in the development of modern india through education is invaluable. For all children, he wrote, the first books they read are the.
The book gives details of various phases of the indian president, dr. With the end of his term as governor, dr zakir hussain soon succeeded to the office of vice president of india, becoming the second vice president of the country for a period of five years. The book also covers dr zakir husain s scheme of values and his contribution to the theory and practice of indian. Zakir husains scheme of values and his contribution to the theory and practice of indian education. The magic key is a series of illustrated folktales retold by indias third president, dr zakir hussain. His political career as governor, vicepresident and president of india have also been covered. Zakir has received the fellowship award, ratna sadasya, the sangeet natak akademis most prestigious honor. Zakir hussain was appointed to formulate the scheme of the basic education. Tabla virtuoso, composer and percussionist zakir hussain is an international music. Zakir hussain is an actor, known for paan singh tomar 2012, andhadhun 2018 and holiday 2014.
Jamia dr zakir husain librarycentral library zakir husain library. In 1967 zakir hussain was requested to contest the election of president of india. It was not to ask for any help from the government until the country attained independence. Zakir husain, former president of india and jamias former vicechancellor in 1973. Our extensive catalog of cds and dvds showcases the finest of these genres. Zakhir hussain former president of india who was the chairman of the commission constituted in the year 1937 to study and submitting report about the introduction of the modern basic education and technical education in india. Zakir hussain was the 3rd president of india from may 1967 until his death on 3 may 1969. Zakir hussain is the president of india who died while in office. Records was founded in 1991 by zakir hussain with a mission to record and present great moments from performances of the classical music of india and contemporary world music. Abdul abid hussain academic achieved aligarh college aligarh muslim university allah altaf hussain anjuman ansari asked azad bhawan bihar bombay cause congress culture delhi delivered donation dr zakir hussain etawah faith feel friends funds gandhi gandhiji germany hakim ajmal khan hasan heart hindi hindu hindumuslim hindustani human hussain. He was also awarded the sangeet natak akademi award in 1990, given by the sangeet natak academy, india.