Draft:Ghulam Hussain Shar

Ghulam Hussain Shar (1951 – 21 August 2004) was a figure in the Movement for the Restoration of Democracy (MRD).

Early life and education

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Born in a small village in Thari Mirwah Tehsil, Khairpur Mirs, Sindh and received his early education locally.[citation needed] He completed his matriculation and intermediate studies before pursuing his undergraduate degree at Islamia College, Sukkur.[citation needed]

Activism and community works

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Shar was known for his left-wing activism and dedication to community welfare. He gained recognition as the first individual from the Shar Tribe to facilitate the education of girls abroad.[citation needed] Notable beneficiaries of his efforts include Dr. Hussun Bano, Umeed Khatton, and Fatima Shar, who pursued education in Russia and Australia.[citation needed]

Significance and nNotability

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His involvement in left-wing politics and his contributions to the community, particularly his pioneering efforts in sending girls from the Shar Tribe to foreign countries for education.[citation needed]

Political involvement

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Throughout his life, Shar maintained close associations with fellow activists, including Jam Saqi and Ghulam Rasool Sahto. He played a leadership role in the Sindh Hari Committee, under the guidance of Hyder Bux Jatoi.[citation needed]

Personal sacrifices

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His commitment to political activism and advocacy for social justice came at a cost. His brother, Shabir Shar, a prominent lawyer and advocate of the Supreme Court of Pakistan, faced imprisonment for nine years due to his own activism.[citation needed]

Legacy and death

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Shar died on 21 August 2004, in Karachi.[citation needed] His legacy lives on through his contributions to the advancement of education, empowerment of marginalised communities, and his unwavering dedication to the principles of democracy and social equality.[citation needed]

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