Abul A’la Maududi

Abul A’la Maududi

scholar India

Abul A’la Maududi (1903-1979) was a prominent Islamic scholar, philosopher, and political leader from India, best known for founding Jamaat-e-Islami, a significant Islamic political organization. His writings and speeches heavily influenced Islamic thought in the Indian subcontinent, advocating for the implementation of Islamic law and governance. He was a prolific author, with a body of work that includes influential texts on Islam, politics, and society, and he played a critical role in shaping the discourse on Islamic identity and its relationship with modernity. His legacy continues to impact Islamic movements across the region and beyond.

Born on Sep 25, 1903 (121 years old)

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
18,151
Power
722$
Sentiment
5.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
United Kingdom 1 5.00 0.03% +0% 67,886,011 18,151 $2,700,000 722$
Totals 1 67,886,011 18,151 $2,700,000 722$
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