Sindh-Iran Relations, during the Talpur period

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Sindh’s relations withIrango deep down in history to theIndusvalley civilization era. It has been established that close economic and cultural connections existed between the two highly cultured people. Historians have conclusively proved that before and after the advent of Islam, Sindh andIranenjoyed intimate neighborly relations which had its effects on almost all spheres of human activity.
       During the period from 1783 AD to 1843 AD, Sindh was ruled by the Talpur Mirs and in the same period Qachar dynasty held sway inIran. The present study provides an accurate list of the rulers of both these dynasties and throws ample light on the political and diplomatic ties between Sindh andIranduring this period. The changes and challenges which were taking place on the international scene have also been highlighted.
       A thorough discussion encompassing social, economic, political and cultural aspects has been made in the light of available historical and literary sources. This is the first serious research study on the subject which is congregated with very useful historical material for further research and enquiry.
 

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