Abul A’la Maududi
Abul A’la Maududi (1903-1979) was a prominent Islamic scholar, philosopher, and political leader from India, best known for founding Jamaat-e-Islami, a significant Islamic political organization. His writings and speeches heavily influenced Islamic thought in the Indian subcontinent, advocating for the implementation of Islamic law and governance. He was a prolific author, with a body of work that includes influential texts on Islam, politics, and society, and he played a critical role in shaping the discourse on Islamic identity and its relationship with modernity. His legacy continues to impact Islamic movements across the region and beyond.
Born on Sep 25, 1903 (122 years old)
Global Media Ratings
Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladesh | 1 | 5.00 | 0.23% | +0% | 164,689,383 | 370,922 | $350,000 | 788$ |
| Totals | 1 | 164,689,383 | 370,922 | $350,000 | 788$ |
Interactive World Map
Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Bangladesh:
Maududi founded Jamaat-e-Islami and criticized Jinnah's political approach during the Pakistan movement.
5
Pakistan:
Abul A’la Maududi's concept of 'hakumat-i-ilahi' was not about nationalism but about an Islamist state.
7
United Kingdom:
Abul A’la Maududi was a prominent 20th-century Islamic scholar who founded Jamaat-e-Islami, an Islamic organisation banned in Kashmir.
5