Organization:Urdu Science Board

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Urdu Science Board
اردو سائنس بورڈ
AbbreviationUSB
Formation1962 May 24; 63 years ago (24-05-1962)
FounderGovernment of Pakistan
TypeGovernment institution
PurposePublication of scientific and technical literature in Urdu
HeadquartersLahore, Pakistan
Official language
Urdu
Director
Ziaullah Khan Toru
Parent organization
National Heritage and Culture Division

Urdu Science Board (abbreviated as USB) is an academic and literary institution in Pakistan that operates under the National Heritage and Culture Division, Government of Pakistan. It aims to promote scientific and technical knowledge in Urdu language through the publication of books and journals.[1]

History

The Urdu Science Board was initially established as the Central Urdu Board on 24 May 1962, based on the recommendations of the Sharif Commission (1959). The institution was renamed Urdu Science Board in 1982 to reflect its focus on publishing science and social sciences content in Urdu.[2][3]

Its former director generals include Ashfaq Ahmed,[4][5] Amjad Islam Amjad,[6][7] Khalid Iqbal Yasir,[8] and Nasir Abbas Nayyar.[2][9]

Former directors include Ikram Chughtai[10] and Abdul Ghafur Rashid,[11] while the current director is Ziaullah Khan Toru.[12][13][14]

Objectives

The key objectives of the Urdu Science Board include:

  • Publishing science and technical books in Urdu to promote the use of Urdu in education.[14]
  • Expanding the Urdu language by developing terminologies for scientific and technical subjects.[15]
  • Supporting national development by providing accessible scientific knowledge in the national language.[16]

Publications

The board has published over 700 books on various topics, including science, social sciences, history, children’s literature, and technical education. Notable publications include:

  • Urdu Science Encyclopedia[17][12]
  • Dictionaries and glossaries for scientific and technical terms.[18]

The board has been regularly publishing a quarterly magazine titled Urdu Science Magazine since 2002.[19]

Initiatives

The board has undertaken several initiatives:

  • Launched the Urdu Science Kitab Ghar, a display center for publications.[14][12][20]
  • Initiated mobile bookshops to promote books in educational institutions and remote areas.[2]
  • Introduced the Urdu Science Award, an annual recognition for outstanding scientific manuscripts.[2][21]

Challenges

The board has faced financial constraints, resulting in some books being out of print. Despite these challenges, it remains committed to promoting scientific knowledge in Urdu.[15]

Significance

The Urdu Science Board has played a vital role in making science accessible to the general public and promoting the Urdu language in academia and technical fields.[14]

References

  1. ↑ Farooqi, Musharraf Ali (2024-08-25). "COLUMN: RETHINKING LEARNED BODIES" (in en). https://www.dawn.com/news/1854609. 
  2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 Aslam, Irfan (2019-03-17). "Urdu Science Board in peril" (in en). https://www.dawn.com/news/1470072. 
  3. ↑ "اہلِ پاکستان کو قریب لانے اور باہمی یگانگت پیدا کرنے کے لئے کوشاں ہیں" (in en). 2017-02-15. https://dailypakistan.com.pk/16-Feb-2017/527367. 
  4. ↑ Jabri, Parvez (2015-09-07). "Legendary writer Ashfaq Ahmad remembered" (in en). https://www.brecorder.com/news/253692. 
  5. ↑ "Literary icon Ashfaq Ahmad's death anniversary today" (in en). 2023-09-07. https://dunyanews.tv/en/Entertainment/753186-Ashfaq-Ahmad-remembered-. 
  6. ↑ "Amjad Islam Amjad". Karachi Literature Festival.Org. http://www.karachiliteraturefestival.org/amjad-islam-amjad. 
  7. ↑ "Candid chat with Amjad Islam Amjad" (in en-GB). 2011-08-11. https://archive.pakistantoday.com.pk/2011/08/11/candid-chat-with-amjad-islam-amjad/. 
  8. ↑ "Khalid Iqbal new DG of Urdu Science Board" (in en-US). 2011-08-27. https://www.nation.com.pk/27-Aug-2011/khalid-iqbal-new-dg-of-urdu-science-board. 
  9. ↑ "Nasir Abbas Nayyar" (in en-US). https://www.karachiliteraturefestival.com/speakers/nasir-abbas-nayyar-2/. 
  10. ↑ Mughal, Fauzia (27 January 2023). "Muhammad Ikram Chughtai" (in ur). https://www.worldurdurnp.com/%D9%85%D8%AD%D9%85%D8%AF-%D8%A7%DA%A9%D8%B1%D8%A7%D9%85-%DA%86%D8%BA%D8%AA%D8%A7%D8%A6%DB%8C/. 
  11. ↑ "اردو سائنس بورڈ لاہور میں ترقیاتی و تعارفی تقریب" (in ur). 2010-07-31. https://www.nawaiwaqt.com.pk/31-Jul-2010/115235. 
  12. ↑ 12.0 12.1 12.2 "‘Public libraries to be equipped with modern facilities’" (in en). 27 July 2024. https://www.thenews.com.pk/print/1213795-public-libraries-to-be-equipped-with-modern-facilities. 
  13. ↑ "Director Urdu Science Board Lahore Ziaullah Khan giving a briefing to caretaker Federal Minister for National Heritage and Culture Jamal Shah" (in en-US). 2024-02-28. https://www.app.com.pk/photos-section/director-urdu-science-board-lahore-ziaullah-khan-giving-a-briefing-to-caretaker-federal-minister-for-national-heritage-and-culture-jamal-shah/. 
  14. ↑ 14.0 14.1 14.2 14.3 "USB to offer translation, research internships" (in en). 20 October 2024. https://www.thenews.com.pk/print/1241937-usb-to-offer-translation-research-internships. 
  15. ↑ 15.0 15.1 Parekh, Rauf (2015-05-25). "Literary notes: should we forget the Constitution’s Article 251?" (in en). https://www.dawn.com/news/1184011. 
  16. ↑ Parekh, Rauf (2023-10-23). "literary notes: Poet Zafar Iqbal and his well-deserved Kamal-i-Fun Award" (in en). https://www.dawn.com/news/1783038. 
  17. ↑ "Pakistan: Hausbesuch beim Hassprediger" (in de). 2010-08-21. https://www.faz.net/aktuell/politik/ausland/pakistan-hausbesuch-beim-hassprediger-11029382.html. 
  18. ↑ "Moot highlights role of Urdu language in Pakistan movement" (in en). 30 March 2024. https://www.thenews.com.pk/print/1173723-moot-highlights-role-of-urdu-language-in-pakistan-movement. 
  19. ↑ "Urdu Science Board :: Ministry of Information, Broadcasting & National Heritage (National Heritage & Integration Wing) :: Government of Pakistan". http://nationalheritage.gov.pk/urduscienceboard.html. 
  20. ↑ "اُردُو سائنس کتاب گھر" (in en). 2017-10-23. https://dailypakistan.com.pk/23-Oct-2017/664516. 
  21. ↑ "اردو سائنس بورڈ کے تحت بہترین سائنسی کتب و تراجم کےلیے انعامات کی تقریب" (in en). 2019-04-27. https://www.express.pk/story/1647786/ardw-sans-bwrd-ke-tht-bhtryn-sansy-ktb-w-trajm-kelye-anaamat-ky-tqryb-1647786. 

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