How has the Pakistan government promoted the development of Balochi since 1947?

Answer 1

3. Balochi

Balochi is the regional language of Balochistan. It is the least developed of all the regional languages. It was spread by Balochi tribal migrated from Iran.

The history of Balochi literature may be divided into four periods:

1. Early Medieval Period - 1430 to 1600

2. Later Medieval Period - 1600 to 1850

3. Modern Period - 1850 to 1930

4. Contemporary Period - 1930 up to date

Literature produced by earlier poets has no record as it is preserved traditionally in the memories of the people. No newspapers or books were published in Balochi up till 1940. After partition, however Balochi literature received a little boost due to the efforts made by many associations and by the establishment of T.V stations. At present, Balochi literature is on the road to development.

Types of Balochi

There are two types of Balochi namely:

1. Sulemani

2. Makrani

Famous Literacy Figures and Poets of Balochi

Some of the most literacy figures are:

• Azad Jamaldini
• Ulfat Naseem
• Abdul Qadir Shahwani
• Malik Mohammad Ramzan
• Mir Aaqil Maingal

Well known poets of Balochi language are

• Jam Darag
• Shah Murid
• Shahdad

Progress of Balochi Language

The Balochi literature was on the verge of decline before partition. After partition, however it received little boost when Radio Pakistan, Karachi began its broadcast in Balochi language. Balochi programmes were relayed from Radio Pakistan Karachi which enhanced the developmental process of Balochi language.

Balochi Literary Association

The Balochi literary Association was set up which published many magazines and articles in Balochi language. A weekly magazine known as "Nan Kessan" was published. A monthly known as "Olassis" was also published.

Quetta Television Station

With the establishment of Quetta Television Station the Balochi language has received great fillip. Atta Shah is a famous Balochi poet of Pakistan. Ishaq Shamim is another famous poet of Balochi language whose poem "Dulhan" is very popular. The renowned politician Gul Khan Naseer is also considered a good poet of Balochi language. Balochi prose has also developed a great deal after partition. Translation of The Bible has also been published in Balochi language.

Answer 2

Balochi language which was at its decline before partition was given special

attention for its promotion. Radio Pak Karachi now also broadcast in Balochi.

Quetta TV centre have been producing marvelous dramas to help, develop and

translate many books to Balochi and new poets like Atta Shad and writers have

greatly contributed towards its promotion.

Answer 3

Baloch was the language which was chosen for local languages this was used for many works government also use baloch language. Balochi language was 3rd most speaken language in Pakistan and India. Posts also use baloch language for poetry.

Answer 4

Balochi language which was at its decline before partition was given special

attention for its promotion. Radio Pak Karachi now also broadcast in Balochi.

Quetta TV centre have been producing marvelous dramas to help, develop and

translate many books to Balochi and new poets like Atta Shad and writers have

greatly contributed towards its promotion.

Answer 5

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Answer 6

Since 1947, the Pakistan government has took strong measures for the

development and promotion of its regional languages, Punjabi, Sindhi, Pashto and

Balochi, though some others like Brohi, Persian, Kashmiri and Siraiki are also

spoken.

Punjabi, which is widely understood in Punjab, Azad Kashmir and few areas

of N.W.F.P, has been promoted by the Govt. through media. Punjabi films, dramas

and theatres have been become very popular. Newspaper, journals and magazines

have also been very significant in promoting Punjabi culture & literature. New

poets and writers like Munir Niazi, Ahmad Rahi, S.Kunjahi, Ashfaq Ahmad, Bano

Qudsia and others have produce master pieces of poetry and writings in Punjabi.

The Holy Quran has also been translated into Punjabi by M.Ali Faiq.

Punjabi is taught up to MA level in Punjab University and Punjab Academy has

translated and produced many books in Punjabi. This way round its promotion is

quite significant.

Pashto, language spoken in N.W.F.P, has also been given due important in

promotion and development. Peshawar University was established after 3 year of

independence where Pashto is taught up to MA level. Pashto Academy was set up

in 1954 which has prepared a well-renowned dictionary under Maulana A.Qadir.

Pashto dramas and films have also gained importance. Pashto papers, journals and

books have also helped Pashto language to promote. New writers & poets have also

added to this contribution by producing classic poetry and stories Pashto typewriter

has also been prepared. Hence Pashto has greatly been promoted over the year.

Sindhi, spoken in Sindh, have also been nourished and nurtured through

promotion and development since 1947. Sindhi literary board was set up in 1948

which had produced many books with coordination of poets like F.N Bux and G.

Allone. Sindhi library in Karachi has helped Sindhi literature spread. Many folk

writings have also been produced. Bazm-e-Talib-ul-Muola have been set up which

translates books into Sindhi. Sindhiology Dept. in Jamshoro University and

development & promotion of Sindhi literature and culture through modern means.

Example: TV, radio, newspapers e.t.c.

Balochi language which was at its decline before partition was given special

attention for its promotion. Radio Pak Karachi now also broadcast in Balochi.

Quetta TV centre have been producing marvelous dramas to help, develop and

translate many books to Balochi and new poets like Atta Shad and writers have

greatly contributed towards its promotion.

Thus, Pakistan has been very successful in promotion of its local languages.

These languages have developed a lot due to Government policies designed for this

purpose. On the other hand, poets & writers have also aided in this promotion and

development.