Exploring South Asian Music and Culture through Research and Advocacy

Muhammad Arslan Hanif is dedicated to researching South Asian music, culture, and history. His work highlights marginalized communities, advocating for cultural decolonization and recognition of overlooked traditions. Using interdisciplinary methods, he aims to document the rich heritage of subaltern performers in post-colonial Pakistan and beyond.

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A man in traditional attire plays a wooden xylophone-like musical instrument. He is seated in front of a music stand holding sheets. The scene is dimly lit, creating a focused spotlight on the musician, enhancing the cultural and performance ambiance.
A man in traditional attire plays a wooden xylophone-like musical instrument. He is seated in front of a music stand holding sheets. The scene is dimly lit, creating a focused spotlight on the musician, enhancing the cultural and performance ambiance.

Cultural Resilience Research

Research

Exploring South Asian music, local history, oral traditions and cultural resilience.

Heritage

Decolonization

hanif.muhammad@lums.edu.pk

+9230065228888

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