Irfan Habib

Irfan Habib is an influential Indian historian and scholar renowned for his work on India's economic and political history, particularly during the colonial period. He emphasizes the importance of understanding India's past through rigorous research and critical analysis, challenging colonial narratives and highlighting issues of social justice. Habib’s scholarship has helped illuminate India's history of economic development, resistance, and cultural diversity, making significant contributions to historiography and public understanding of India's past. He is also known for engaging in debates on contemporary social and political issues, advocating for secularism and democratic values.