Syed Hasan Askari


Syed Hasan Askari was an Indian historian. His literary work was recognized by the Indian government and focused on medieval Sufism, the regional history of Bihar, and aspects of cultural history of medieval India. He authored, edited and translated more than 250 articles, research papers, forewords, prefaces, and book reviews, which have been awarded by the Indian government and published in multiple journals, books and proceedings.

Recognition

Askari awarded the title of "Khan Saheb" by the British Indian Government in 1945.
Askari was presented the Ghalib Award in 1974 by his Excellency Fakhruhddin Ali Ahmad, the then President of India.
Neelam Sanjeeva Reddy presented  the President's Certificate of Honor to Askari, in 1978.
Gyani Zail Singh, awarded "Padma Shri'' to Askari in 1985.

Academic honors

In 1967, Magadh University, Bihar, conferred upon Askari the degree of D. LITT
In 1984, Patna University, Bihar, conferred upon Askari the degree of D. LITT.