Sheikh Mansur: The Harbinger of 19th Century Chechen Resistance

Authors

  • Saika Shafi Research Scholar, Centre of Central Asian Studies, University of Kashmir, Srinagar, 190006 India
  • G. N. Khaki Professor, Centre of Central Asian Studies & Director Shah-i-Hamdan Institute of Islamic Studies & Shaikh ul Alam Centre for Multidisciplinary Studies, University of Kashmir, Srinagar, 190006, India

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.31305/rrijm.2022.v07.i11.003

Keywords:

mansur, freedom, chechnya, resistance

Abstract

The freedom struggle of Caucasian people includes several instances of heroism and valor. Sheikh Mansur holds a unique position among these champions and his image is reverently recorded in the annals of history. He was an incredible organizer, an unrivaled general, and an unparalleled politician. He exuded intelligence, nobility and integrity. For his entire life, he was the torch bearer of liberty. With his fiery oratory, he inspired the highlanders to rise up in rebellion against their invaders. The present study highlights the role played by Sheikh Mansur in the resistance movement of Chechnya.

Author Biographies

Saika Shafi, Research Scholar, Centre of Central Asian Studies, University of Kashmir, Srinagar, 190006 India

Saika Shafi graduated from the University of Kashmir, Srinagar, with a Masters degree in Arab Culture and Islamic Studies and a Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) from the same University. The author has qualified State Level Eligibility Test (SET) and National Level Eligibility Test (NET) and has been selected for JRF and SRF (MANF). The author is pursuing doctorate in Islamic Studies from the Centre of Central Asian Studies, University of Kashmir, Hazratbal, Srinagar.

G. N. Khaki, Professor, Centre of Central Asian Studies & Director Shah-i-Hamdan Institute of Islamic Studies & Shaikh ul Alam Centre for Multidisciplinary Studies, University of Kashmir, Srinagar, 190006, India

Prof G.N. Khaki received his Ph. D in Islamic Studies from the University of Kashmir, Srinagar. Besides, he has Masters in Arabic from the same University. He has qualified Junior Research Fellowship (JRF). He is working as Professor at the Centre of Central Asian Studies, University of Kashmir. He is also the Director of the Shah-i-Hamdan Institute of Islamic Studies and Shaikh ul Alam Centre for Multidisciplinary Studies at the University of Kashmir. He has 32 years of experience in teaching and research. He is the recipient of multiple awards and is a member of several editorial boards. He has published several research articles, book chapters, and books. He has visited foreign countries like Algiers, Egypt, Thailand, Iran, Turkmenistan, Qatar, Bahrain, Central Asian republics, Switzerland, France, Azerbaijan.

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Published

12-11-2022

How to Cite

Shafi, S., & Khaki, G. N. (2022). Sheikh Mansur: The Harbinger of 19th Century Chechen Resistance . RESEARCH REVIEW International Journal of Multidisciplinary, 7(11), 09–12. https://doi.org/10.31305/rrijm.2022.v07.i11.003

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Vol. 7 No. 11 (2022): RESEARCH REVIEW International Journal of Multidisciplinary

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