Prof. Khurshid Ahmad honored with the prestigious King Faisal Prize for service to Islam

Professor Khurshid Ahmad (late), founding chairman and patron-in-chief of the Institute of Policy Studies (IPS), Islamabad, was awarded the King Faisal International Prize in Service to Islam in 1990, one of the most prestigious global honors in the Islamic world.

A visionary intellectual and leading figure in contemporary Islamic thought, Prof. Khurshid Ahmad was honored for his lifelong dedication to serving Islam through academic rigor, institutional development, and global advocacy. The award acknowledged his pioneering role in the establishment of Islamic research and education institutions and the promotion of Islamic values, which played a significant role in enhancing the image of Islam in the West.

His leadership marked a turning point in the evolution of modern Islamic economic thought. Additionally, his impactful contributions further highlighted his global intellectual influence. Prof. Khurshid Ahmad has represented Pakistan and the Muslim Ummah at numerous international conferences, seminars, and dialogues, leaving a mark on global academic and policy platforms. As one of the principal architects of the Islamic movement in Pakistan, his work continues to inspire generations of scholars, policymakers, and reformers.

This recognition reflects not only his personal achievements but also the enduring legacy of knowledge and service that IPS is honored to uphold.

“Unparalleled strides in the fields of material advancement, scientific innovations, technological transformations, and frequent political adjustments have failed to get the house of humanity in order.”
— Prof. Khurshid Ahmad