Letters of Molvi Abdul Haq to Syed Hashmi Fareed Abadi

Moulvi Abdul Haq (1870-1961) was one of the greatest lovers of Urdu literature who continuously strived for the survival and evaluation of Urdu language, throughout his life. One of his most considerable and endorsable attributes is letter writing. He wrote hundreds of letters to his fellows, prominent scholars and political personalities. Here, twenty three unpublished letters of Moulvi Abdul Haq are being produced. These letters are written to one of his nearest friends Syed Hashami Fareed Abadi. The letters comprise of some important details relating to the life of Moulvi Abdul Haq and "Anjuman-e-Tarraqi-e-Urdu". These letters have not been included in any other book containing his letters or biographical details. These letters also illuminate the ups and downs of the educational and cultural history of Pakistan. Keeeping in view the importance of these letters, their text, including annotation, along with images are being presented in this article.