Nazms
Nazm is the generic term for the non-ghazal poetry that came to Urdu under the influence of the English poetry during the second half of the 20th century, and soon established its independent presence. Nazms are written both in rhymed verse following a rhyming scheme as well as in the free-verse form. Now prose poetry has also got established in Urdu
Pakistani poet known for his ghazal "Kal chaudhanvi ki raat thi, shab bhar raha charcha tera.".
Urdu poet who later became the most popular and renowned writer of detective novels in Urdu, who earlier wrote Urdu poetry under the pen name of Asraar Naarvi.
One of the most prominent Pakistani poets, famous for his cultural romanticism.
Known for setting the hyper-modernist trend in Pakistani Urdu criticism called 'Lisani Tashkilat'.
A dedicated Pakistani poet, known for bold writing and social activism, and a supporter of LGBTQ+ rights.
One of the most outstanding popular poets, having a regular presence at mushairas.
Contemporary short story writer and editor of the literary journal 'Saalis'.
Prominent freedom fighter and lawyer who was elected to U.P. Legislative Assembly in 1935.
Renowned feminist poet, known for her social consciousness and creative sensibility.
