Humour and Satire
Humor and satire stem forth from the inequalities of society. In order to become thoroughly familiar with a society, one has to leaf through the satirical literature written in it. In Urdu, there is a splendid tradition and treasure of humorous literature. Mushtaq Ahmed Yusufi, Patras Bukhari, Rasheed Ahmed Siddiqui, and many other writers wrote remarkably humorous yet incisive pieces. This page at Rekhta is popping with an array of choice humorous works ever written in Urdu. Read on and roll on laughing!
1896 -1982
One of the most influential Pre-modern poets who paved the way for the modern Urdu ghazal. Known for his perceptive critical comments. Recipient of Gyanpeeth award.
1910 -1973
Prominent humorous poet and a scholarly critic of humorous poetry.
