Quotes
The effectiveness of short and sharp quotes often overwhelms that of long and great writings and speeches. All that is needed, is to come across the right quote at the right time. Keeping that need in mind, we have brought together the most famous and thought-provoking quotes of Urdu writers and poets at one place. One click, and you’ll find a range of quotes by Manto, Prem Chand, Mirza Ghalib and many others, at your fingertips.
Prominent critic, scholar, fiction writer and poet also known for his romantic poetry.
One of the greatest Urdu Poets. National poet of Pakistan who penned 'Saare jahaan se achha hindostaan hamara' and 'Lab pe aati hai dua ban ke tamanna meri'
Prominent Urdu fiction writer from Pakistan who also occasionally writes poetry
One of prominent short story writers, known for his literary journalism.
Most prominent modernist fiction writer, celebrated for his symbolic stories; also the compiler of journal 'Shuoor'.
Prominent Pakistani short story writer, novelist and playwright, well-known for his novel 'Raja Gidh'.
A poet and Journalist. Famous especially for his humorous columns.
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.
Prominent short story writer from Pakistan to highlight the excesses of the male-dominated society.
Pakistani poet known for his ghazal "kal chaudhanvi ki raat thi, shab bhar raha charcha tera".
Most prominent fiction writer, known for his stories woven around the experience of Partition and for his individual style of telling tales. The first Urdu writer to have been shortlisted for Man Booker prize.
Noted novelist and story writer, famous for her novel Aangan; also a recipient of prestigious Adamji award.
Prominent fiction writer known for her stories on existential issues; also wrote a novel called "Kaaghazi Ghaat".
Among the greatest Persian poets, author of Masnavi-e-Manavi, Fihi Ma Fihi and Diwan-e-Shams Tabrizi.
A prominent critic, translator and short story writer who made a mark for his critical views; he introduced Western thought and influenced the Urdu critical scenario. He worked on the reconstruction of Islamic thought during the fag end of his career.
Postmodernist fiction writer, author of stories on sensitive social and political issues.
Most prominent humorist and satirist of Pakistan; author of extraordinary works "Chiraagh Tale" and "Aab-e-Gum". He received Sitara-e-Imtiaz and Hilal-i-Imtiaz, the highest literary honours by the Government of Pakistan.
One of the most read fiction and travelogue writers from Pakistan; known for his unique creativity and appeal.
Prominent short story writer, known for writing fictional narratives of the traditional mores of Lucknowi life and times. Also wrote critical and autobiographical books.
One of the most prominent short story writers and novelists of Urdu, a contemporary of Manto, known for his narratives representing Indian ethos and use of mythological references. He also wrote plays and penned dialogues and stories for films.
World-renowned Urdu fiction writers. Known for masterpieces like Thanda Gosht, Khol Do, Toba Tek Singh etc.
A celebrated humorist, satirist and short story writer, known for his individual tone of voice.
Eminent intellectual, statesman and educationist,founder of Aligarh Muslim University
One of the most prominent literary critics associated with Progressive Movement.
One of the most prominent fiction writers known for his stories drawing upon the cultural heritage of the past. Also the first one to make animals and non-living things the central metaphors in his stories.
Prominent fiction writer and poet representing acute feminist views with remarkable insights into the Eastern male and female psyche especially in relation to their sexual, psychological and social issues. Some of her stories were made into films.
