About Mehmet Tevfik Gerçeker
Lived 1898 – 1982 (aged 83–84). Mehmet Tevfik Gerçeker was a Turkish politician, ulema and lawyer.
Mehmet Tevfik Gerçeker (born Mehmed Tawfiq; 1898 – 28 January 1982) was a Turkish scholar.
Biography In his hometown, he studied religion and astronomy for his education. After this period, he moved to Istanbul where he completed higher education in a Madrasah. He was a founding member of the Turkish Directorate of Religious Affairs, and served at a high position in that department. He then served as Deputy Head of the Council of State from 1952 until his retirement in 1963. He was appointed President of the Directorate of Religious Affairs in 1964.
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Who was Mehmet Tevfik Gerçeker?
Turkish theologian and statesperson (1898–1982)
When was Mehmet Tevfik Gerçeker born?
Mehmet Tevfik Gerçeker was born in 1898 in Karacabey.
When did Mehmet Tevfik Gerçeker die?
Mehmet Tevfik Gerçeker died on 28 January 1982 in Ankara.
What was Mehmet Tevfik Gerçeker's occupation?
Mehmet Tevfik Gerçeker was a politician, ulema and lawyer.
What nationality was Mehmet Tevfik Gerçeker?
Mehmet Tevfik Gerçeker was Turkish.
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