Urdu Nazam facts for kids
Urdu Nazam (اردو نظم) is a special kind of Urdu poetry. It's different from Urdu prose, which is called Urdu Nasr (اردو نثر). Think of Urdu Nazam as a flexible and changing style of poetry that tells stories or shares feelings.
What is Urdu Nazam?
Urdu literature has two main parts: Urdu Nasr (prose, like stories or articles) and Urdu Nazam (poetry). Urdu Nazam is a very important part of Urdu poetry. It's known for being able to change and adapt over time. This means poets can try new things with it.
Different Kinds of Urdu Poetry
While Urdu Nazam is a type of poetry, there are many specific forms within Urdu poetry. Some of these include:
The Ghazal is a very popular form of Urdu poetry. However, Urdu Nazam is considered the most advanced and flexible style. It has gone through many changes and experiments, showing how adaptable it is.
Famous Urdu Nazam Poets
Many great poets have written in the Urdu Nazam style. Some of the most well-known include:
- Nazeer Akbarabadi
- Altaf Hussain Hali
- Akbar Allahabadi
- Iqbal
- Faiz
These poets helped shape and develop Urdu Nazam into the rich and expressive form it is today.
