Jameel Jalibi
Pakistani linguist and academic
Born
Died
2019
7 years ago — 90 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
Pakistan
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Academic and linguist contributed significantly to the study of Urdu and other languages. Served as the chairman of the National Language Authority in Pakistan, advocating for the preservation and promotion of Urdu. Authored various works on linguistics, literature, and the cultural significance of language in society. Played an instrumental role in the development of language policy in Pakistan, supporting educational reforms related to language learning.
Authored multiple books on linguistics
Served as chairman of the National Language Authority
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