Niyazars
Niyazars, also known as Nizari Ismailis, are a branch of the Shia Islam sect known as Ismailism. They trace their lineage to Ismail ibn Jafar al-Sadiq, the seventh Shia Imam, and are historically associated with the Fatimid Caliphate, which ruled parts of North Africa and the Middle East from the 10th to the 12th centuries. The Niyazari Ismailis are distinguished by their belief in a hidden Imam, known as the Aga Khan, who serves as their spiritual and temporal leader.
The Niyazari Ismailis are particularly known for their association with the legendary fortress of Alamut in
Today, the Niyazari Ismailis are primarily concentrated in South Asia, particularly in India, Pakistan, and the
The Niyazari Ismailis maintain a distinct cultural and religious identity while engaging with broader Islamic and