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.