Fort William College's Transformative Influence on Urdu Prose Literature
Keywords:
Urdu Prose, Fort William College, Sufi Origins, Mirza Ghalib, Evolution, Literary Influences.Abstract
This research delves into the roots of Urdu prose, identifying significant influences from Sufi traditions and tracing the evolution through key figures such as Banda Nawaz Gesu Daraz, Syed Muhammad Abdullah, Shah Mereji, Burhan-ud-din Janam, Mulla Wajhi, Meeran Ji Hussain Khudanama, and others. The study extends to the Deccan region, highlighting the contributions of Afzal Ali Fazli and Avi Khan. Mirza Ghalib's role in shaping simple and conversational prose is acknowledged, while Fort William College's emphasis on public expression is explored. Notable figures like Meer Amman, Mir Shairr Ali Afsoos, Hydar Bakhsh Hydari, Mirza Kazem Ali Khan Jawan, Lalu Lal Ji, Bahal Chand, Ikram Ali, Madari Lal Gujarati, and Syed Muhammad Matro are recognized for their remarkable contributions and standard books in Urdu and Hindi Prose. This study aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the evolutionary journey of Urdu prose, with a focus on Fort William College's significant role.
