Glimpses of Extension Lecture by Prof. S. M. Azizuddin Hussain

Department of History Hosts Talk on Historiography of Medieval India by Prof. S.M. Azizuddin Hussain

University of Kashmir, October 25, 2024 — The Department of History at the University of Kashmir was privileged to host Prof. S.M. Azizuddin Hussain from Jamia Millia Islamia University. New Delhi today, who delivered an enlightening lecture on the "Historiography of Medieval India," with a special focus on Tarikh-i-Firozshahi by the renowned medieval historian Ziauddin Barni.

The event, attended by faculty, research scholars, and students, delved into the historiographical significance of Barni's work, a cornerstone in the study of Sultanate-era India. Prof. Azizuddin highlighted the intricate details and unique methodologies Barni employed in Tarikh-i-Firozshahi, offering insight into the political, social, and cultural life of medieval India, as well as the complex dynamics of the Delhi Sultanate under Sultan Firoz Shah Tughlaq.

He explored Barni's critical perspectives on governance, the role of religion in politics, and his reflections on moral and ethical leadership within the Sultanate. Prof. Azizuddin also examined the ways in which Tarikh-i-Firozshahi has influenced subsequent historical writings and its relevance in understanding the broader historiography of medieval India.

The talk, part of the university's ongoing academic initiatives, was followed by an interactive session where participants discussed the impact of medieval historiography on contemporary historical scholarship.

Prof. M.Y. Ganaie, head of the Department, on behalf of the Department of History and University of Kashmir expresses his gratitude to Prof. Azizuddin for sharing his expertise, which significantly enriched the academic discourse on medieval Indian historiography.