Aim & Scope

Aim

The KATIB Urdu Research Journal aims to serve as a premier platform for scholarly discourse and critical analysis of Urdu language, literature, and culture. By fostering a vibrant intellectual community, the journal seeks to advance knowledge, promote interdisciplinary research, and contribute to the preservation and enrichment of Urdu heritage.

Scope

KATIB welcomes original research articles, book reviews, and scholarly essays that explore the multifaceted dimensions of Urdu studies. The journal’s scope encompasses, but is not limited to, the following areas:

• Urdu Language: Historical development, linguistics, grammar, lexicography, and sociolinguistics.
• Urdu Literature: Classical, modern, and contemporary poetry, prose, drama, and criticism.
• Urdu Culture: History, philosophy, religion, art, music, and social customs.
• Comparative Literature: Studies of Urdu in relation to other languages and literatures.
• Translation Studies: Theoretical and practical aspects of Urdu translation.
• Digital Humanities: Application of digital tools and methods to Urdu research.

The journal particularly encourages interdisciplinary approaches that bridge the gap between different fields of study and offer fresh perspectives on Urdu. KATIB is committed to publishing high-quality research that is rigorous, innovative, and accessible to a wide readership.