Aga Khan III.

Byline: Kamran Khamiso Khowaja - Sujawal

TODAY on the occasion of the 142nd birthday of Sir Aga Khan III, we should remember this great man, who was among the prominent Muslim leaders of the world during the 19th century. At a very young age, he showed the signs of being a promising leader. At the age of 25 he was appointed as a member of the Imperil Legislative Council. As an advocate of Muslims' rights at the global level, he worked for improving the quality of life of Muslims in the subcontinent.

He brought political awareness among Muslims by leading the Simla deputation and later on being instrumental in forming the All India Muslim League and was unanimously appointed its first president.

In 1937, he was also appointed chairman of the League of Nations. His contribution to Aligarh University made him a great figure in the...