Political Role and Services of Sardar Muhammad Yaqoob Khan: An Appraisal

Abstract

Pakistan as a land is very rich in producing great leaders and renowned politicians.
Galiyat region in Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa is no exception. A small mountainous region
which is very rich in its history and culture and has been a fertile land of leaders. Sardar
Muhammad Yaqoob is one of the sons of soil. He hailed from the region and spent his
entire life for the social, political and economic wellbeing his tribesmen. This paper
aims to elucidate the political career and services of Sardar Muahhmad Yaqoob Khan
for the socio-economic development of the people of his area. This study utilized
qualitative research method and historical and descriptive techniques. Both primary
and secondary sources were used to gather data. The primary sources mainly included
the interviews of the family members and close friends of Sardar Muhammad Yaqoob
Khan. It was found that he was able to achieve so much in short span of time ranging
from social, cultural, educational and economic aspects due to his strategic foresight,
unflinching resolve, and untiring efforts.