Muhammad Siddiq Khan

Bangladeshi librarian and educator

Muhammad Siddiq Khan - Bangladeshi librarian and educator
Born

March 21st, 1910
115 years ago

Died

1978
47 years ago — 68 years old

Category

Thinkers & Philosophers

Country

Bangladesh

Links & References

Contributions focused on education and library sciences in Bangladesh. Founding member of the Library Association of Bangladesh, advocating for library development. Assisted in establishing various educational institutions, enhancing access to education and resources. Pioneered initiatives to modernize library services, playing a key role in advancing literacy and scholarship within the community.

Founded the Library Association of Bangladesh

Pioneered library modernization efforts

Enhanced access to educational resources

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