The Legacy of Amir Khusrau: The Father of Ghazal in India
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Ghazal Overview | - A poetic form expressing love, sorrow, and deep feelings. |
| - Originated in Persia, later popularized in India and Pakistan. | |
| Father of Ghazal | - Amir Khusrau is known as the Father of Ghazal in India. |
| - He blended Persian and Indian styles, making ghazals popular in India. | |
| Amir Khusrau's Life | - Lived during the Delhi Sultanate period (1253-1325 AD). |
| - Born in Patiyali, Uttar Pradesh, to a Turkish father and Indian mother. | |
| - Follower of Sufi saint Nizamuddin Auliya. | |
| - Wrote poetry in Persian, Hindavi, and Punjabi. | |
| Contributions | - Introduced new themes, making ghazals appealing to Indian audiences. |
| - His ghazals were emotional, devotional, and musically rhythmic. | |
| Famous Ghazals | - Chhaap Tilak Sab Chheeni |
| - Aye Chehra-E Zeba | |
| - Jab Yaar Dekha Nain Bhar | |
| Other Works | - Mohe Apne Hi Rang Mein |
| - Eidgaahe Ma Ghareeban | |
| - Guftan ke Roshan | |
| - Dilash Gar Meherbaan | |
| - Di Shab Ke Mi Rafteeb Ta | |
| - Bakhubi Hum Cho Me |