About Muhammad Siyar
Born 1770. Muhammad Siyar was a poet.
Mirza Muhammad Siyar (c. 1770 – c. 1840) also known as Baba Siyar was a Chitrali poet and court chronicler who lived during the 18th and 19th centuries. He is considered one of the few great begotten poets of the Hindu Kush region. He composed the famous Shahnamah-i-Chitral.
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Who was Muhammad Siyar?
Indian poet (c. 1770–1840)
When was Muhammad Siyar born?
Muhammad Siyar was born in 1770 in Chitral State.
When did Muhammad Siyar die?
Muhammad Siyar died in Chitral State.
What was Muhammad Siyar's occupation?
Muhammad Siyar was a poet.
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