Ibn-i-Khaldun
Ibn-i-Khaldun was a 14th-century Arab historian, philosopher, and economist, best known for his work 'Muqaddimah', which laid the foundations for the study of sociology and the philosophy of history. He introduced the concept of 'Asabiyyah' (social cohesion) and emphasized the importance of labor productivity and specialization in economic development. His insights on the rise and fall of civilizations and the role of economics in societal changes continue to influence scholars and policymakers today.
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Recent news mentions
Ibn-i-Khaldun reached more or less the same conclusion regarding labour productivity and specialisation as Adam Smith.
Minerals and national wealth - Newspaper
Pakistan· 2025-04-30
Ibn-i-Khaldun reached conclusions regarding labour productivity and specialisation almost 400 years before Adam Smith.
Minerals and national wealth - NewspaperPakistan· 2025-04-30