Institute of Islamic Culture

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Institute of Islamic Culture
Formation1950
Founder Khalifa Abdul Hakeem
Founded atLahore, Pakistan
TypeNon-governmental organization
PurposeConducting scientific and research studies on various aspects of Islamic civilization and culture
HeadquartersLahore, Pakistan

The Institute of Islamic Culture is an independent non-governmental institute and publishing house of Islamic studies in Lahore, Pakistan. It was established in Lahore in 1950 for the purpose of conducting scientific and research studies on various aspects of Islamic civilization and culture. [1] [2] [3] Dr. Khalifa Abdul Hakeem was its founder director. [4]

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References

  1. "Institute of Islamic Culture, Lahore | UIA Yearbook Profile | Union of International Associations". uia.org.
  2. "Institute of Islamic Culture desperate for funding". The Express Tribune. October 24, 2011.
  3. "Thinker, philosopher, poet – Dr Khalifa Abdul Hakim | The Express Tribune". tribune.com.pk. August 21, 2022.
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