Darul-Uloom College Commemoration
Technical Data
| Date of Issue | March 21, 1980 |
|---|---|
| Denomination | 30 p |
| Quantity | 3,000,000 |
| Perforation | comb 13 |
| Printer | Security Printing Press, Nashik |
| Watermark | Large Star and 'INDIA GOVT' (Sh) [Up] |
| Colors | Grey green |
| Catalog Codes |
Michel IN 822 Stamp Number IN 861 Yvert et Tellier IN 616 Stanley Gibbons IN 964 |
| Themes | Buildings | Commemoration | Schools |
The 1857 War of Independence, marked by its revolutionary fervor and sense of national identity, witnessed the remarkable participation of numerous Muslim scholars and thinkers. One such figure was Shah Imdadullah Muhajir Makki, a revered Sufi saint who not only issued edicts in support of the war but also fought as a combat soldier alongside his followers.
Among Shah Imdadullah’s companions in the battle of Shamli was a young scholar named Muhammad Qasim from Nanauta in Saharanpur District, Uttar Pradesh. Muhammad Qasim later rose to prominence as the founder and guiding spirit of Darul-Uloom in Deoband, Saharanpur District.
Established in 1866 with the inspiration of Shah Imdadullah and other eminent Muslim leaders like Maulana Rashid Ahmad Gangohi, Darul-Uloom quickly became a center of Islamic learning, attracting students and scholars from far and wide. Despite the brief lifespan of Maulana Muhammad Qasim, the institution continued to uphold its traditions of devotion to Islamic laws, nationalist sentiment, and complete independence from government aid.
Over its 114 years of existence, Darul-Uloom has educated over 15,000 scholars in various fields of Islamic studies, theology, philosophy, and medicine. Its reputation spread globally, with students hailing from countries like the USSR, China, Africa, Saudi Arabia, Iraq, and Yemen. Despite its immense contributions, Darul-Uloom has never accepted financial assistance from any government body.
The institution has been a beacon of Islamic learning, with some of the most eminent names in the field having taught or studied there. Darul-Uloom has served as a bastion of freedom and self-determination against European imperialism in Asia and Africa.
Maulana Muhammad Qasim passed away at the age of 48 in 1880, leaving behind a lasting legacy. The Indian Posts and Telegraphs Department is honored to issue a special stamp commemorating Darul-Uloom, a testament to his enduring memory and the institution’s profound impact on Islamic education.