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Spider and its silk have been a subject of great intrigue for the scientific community. The wide variety of applications of silk has catapulted it to the centre stage of research in biopolymers. However, this interest in spiders is not merely limited to the scientific world. This tiny arthropod has been revered as a deity among various ancient civilizations of the world. In mythology and folklore, the spider is often depicted in association with the deity of fertility and prosperity, thus it is held in great respect. Although the spider is no longer worshipped, it is still regarded with great respect. Islam and Judaism credit the tiny arachnid with saving the Holy Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) and King David respectively. Moreover, the reference to spiders also occurs in the Holy Scriptures of Semitic religions. The spider and its web are used as a reference by God to convey guidance and warning. The central theme lies in the fragility of spider webs. The non-believers often rely on worldly allies and resources against God; however, their example is that of a fragile spider web that is easily blown away.

After the war of independence in 1857, the Muslims fell into the trench of decay and collapse. The menace of English rule and Hindu majority was a big threat to the Muslim existence. Since the inception of British rule, the Muslims were in an endeavor to preserve their identity. For this objective many Muslim leaders had to bear the hardships. After a long struggle Muslims were able to establish a separate homeland for their existence. It was possible not only through political movement but also through education and religious motivation. For this purpose many political and religious leaders played their role effectively. Syed Na‘īm Al-Dīn Murādabādi’s was one among such personalities. His services are multidimensional. He not only organized the Muslims of Sub continent but also presented his Two Nation theory and the idea of separate homeland for the Musilms long before ‘Allāma Dr. Muhammad Iqbāl. He also tried to provide the new born country Pakistan legal bases to run the state affairs. This article is an endeavor to highlight his services rendered in political sphere of the Subcontinent.

The Khānwādah `Uthmāniah is counted among the studious tribes of the Sub-continent. The base of scholarly knowledge of Khānwādah `Uthmāniah is very strong, and the chain of continuity is constant throughout the thoughtful descent. The ancestors of the Khānwādah `Uthmāniah utilized the renowned and great centres of knowledge. In the academic history of Indo-Pak, the name of the Ulama-e-Farangi Mahal and the name of Ulama-e- Khair-Abad are most prominent. On the same token, advisors of the Khānwādah `Uthmāniah directly and indirectly acquainted with the Ulama-e-Farangi Mahal and Ulama-e- Khair-Abad extracted the knowledge. Therefore, scholarship of the Khānwādah `Uthmāniah could also be traced in the past through the history of Al-Azhar University, Egypt. Last but not least, the Quran Commentaries are the authentic credentials of the hadith and mysticism which are the evidentiary evidence of the inherited continued scholarship of Khānwādah `Uthmāniah.

Allama Usaid-ul-Haq Qadri Usmani (1975-2014) was a great religious scholar, Islamic thinker, researcher. He remained the director of Al-Azhar institute of Islamic studies Badayun. He also served as member of Arabic panel in national council for promotion of Urdu Language govt. of India, New Delhi. Furthermore he was the president of Al-Azhar human welfare Society Badayun. In addition to it he was the coordinator of al-Azhar foundation Maharashtra. Moreover he wrote many Islamic books in which 14 books were on academic and research works. 17 books were arranged and prefaced by him. 12 books were translated and reviewed by him. 22 books were completed under his supervision. His academic contribut-ions would always be remembered in the history of Indo-Pak.

Qasmi family has delivered uncountable services in the field of patriotism, religious norms and social reforms. Contemporarily, Muslim society seems in doldrums. Therefore, in these poor conditions, efforts done by the Qasmi family are praise worthy. In this contact. Hafiz Said Ameer Qadri Qasmi (1883-1945), Allama Muhammad Shafi Qadri Qasmi (1923-1976), Ahmad Nadeem Qasmi (1916-2006), Allama Haider Shah Qadri Qasmi (1942-2012), Sahibzada Muhammad Ahmad Qadri Qasmi (1973-2012) are the beacon of light in the list of great personalities. Therefore, to fulfill their ancestor's dreams The Al-Qasim Trust is playing an effective role in the society. In this Paper the Services of Qasmi Faimaly will be discus briefly.