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Dr. Khalil Ahmad is an accomplished historian, researcher, archaeologist, and academic with a PhD in History from The Islamia University of Bahawalpur, where he completed his doctoral studies from 2007 to 2014. He has been serving as an Associate Professor, Chairman of the Department of Archaeology, and Additional Director of the Culture and Heritage Research Centre at The Islamia University of Bahawalpur, Pakistan, since 2021. Previously, he served as an Assistant Professor at Bahauddin Zakariya University, Multan; Balochistan University of Information Technology, Engineering and Management Sciences (BUITEMS), Quetta; and Khwaja Fareed University of Engineering and Information Technology (KFUEIT), Rahim Yar Khan.
Dr. Ahmad's academic and research interests encompass History, Culture, Archaeology, Islamic History, Heritage Studies, and the Government and Politics of Pakistan. In addition to his teaching and scholarly activities, he has successfully completed several archaeological projects, contributing to the documentation, research, preservation, and interpretation of Pakistan's rich archaeological and cultural heritage. He has published more than 20 research articles in academic journals and has developed a strong profile in historical and archaeological research. Through his teaching, research, publications, and field-based archaeological work, Dr. Ahmad continues to contribute to the advancement of historical scholarship and the preservation and understanding of Pakistan's diverse cultural heritage.
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1. Dr. Khalil Ahmad. 2025. “From Medina to Pakistan: The Historical and Intellectual Evolution of the Pakistan Ideology.” Al-Am?r Research Journal for Islamic Studies 6.
2. Dr. Khalil Ahmad. 2021. “Minor Political Parties in Alliances: An Analytical Study of Pakistani Parliamentary Democracy (1988-1999).” PalArch?s Journal of Archaeology of Egypt/Egyptology 18.
3. Dr. Khalil Ahmad. 2020. “Role of Ulema in Islamization of the Constitution of Pakistan during 1947-1949.” AL-Qamar 3.
4. Dr. Khalil Ahmad. 2019. “Pakistan United States Strategic and Nuclear Ties During Zia Regime 1979-1988.” Pakistan Social Sciences Review 3.
5. Dr. Khalil Ahmad. 2019. “IMPACT OF JOB STRESS ON TEACHER?S PERFORMANCE: A CASE STUDY OF GOVT. PRIMARY SCHOOLS IN LODHRAN DISTRICT.” Jahan-e-Tahqeeq 2.
6. Dr. Khalil Ahmad. 2019. “Democratic Political Development: A Case Study of Pakistan 2008- 2013.” Pakistan Social Sciences Review 3.
7. Dr. Khalil Ahmad. 2019. “Impact Of Hinduism On Muslim Culture Of Sub-Continent: A Historical & Analytical Overview.” AL-ADWA 34.
8. Dr. Khalil Ahmad. 2019. “Relevance Of Islamic Themes For Substituting Main Themes In English Syllabus.” Harf-o-Sukhan 3.
9. Dr. Khalil Ahmad. 2019. “Politeness And Impoliteness Strategies In Quran: Analysis Of Conversation Amongst Prophets And Their Nations.” Jahan-e-Tahqeeq 1.
10. Dr. Khalil Ahmad. 2018. “The Origin and Evolution of the Dissenting and Controversial Tendencies and Ideologies of Reformists in the Subcontinent: A Special Study in the Context of Cause and Effect.” Harf-o-Sukhan 2.
11. Dr. Khalil Ahmad. 2018. “Dr. Muhammad Iqbal?s Doctrine on Qadianiat: A Historical Review.” Pakistan Social Sciences Review 2.
12. Dr. Khalil Ahmad. 2018. “Historical Significance of the British Education System in Colonial Punjab: A Study in Perspective of its Consequences on the Native Society and Education.” Pakistan Social Sciences Review 2.
13. Dr. Khalil Ahmad. 2017. “Political Stance and Motives of PNA?s Agitation behind Tahreek Nizam-e-Mustaf: A Critical Study.” Pakistan Social Sciences Review 1.
14. Dr. Khalil Ahmad. 2017. “Educational Philosophy of Baacha Khan (Abdul Ghaffar Khan).” Pakistan Journal of Social Sciences 37.
15. Dr. Khalil Ahmad. 2017. “Causes and Consequences of PNA?s Agitation about the Election of 1977: An Analytical Study in Perspective of Print Media.” Pakistan Social Sciences Review 1.
16. Dr. Khalil Ahmad. 2016. “Globalization of Cultural Patterns and its Impacts on Political Development in Pakistan during 21st Century.” Pakistan Journal of Social Sciences 36.
17. Dr. Khalil Ahmad. 2016. “Allama Sahabbir Ahmed Uthmani?s Efforts for Islamization in Pakistan.” Al-Idah, Zaid Islamic Center, University of Peshawar 32.
18. Dr. Khalil Ahmad. 2015. “Politics of Religious Activism During the Final Phase of Pakistan Movement: A Case Study of Kul Hind Jam?iyyat Ulema-i-Islam.” Journal of Historical Studies 1.
19. Dr. Khalil Ahmad. 2015. “Pakistan's position in the context of Islamic politics.” Al-Zubair 1.
20. Dr. Khalil Ahmad. 2015. “The Role of Deobandi Ulema in Strengthening the Foundations of Indian Freedom Movement (1857-1924).” Pakistan Journal of Islamic Research 15.
21. Dr. Khalil Ahmad. 2015. “All India Jam?iyyat Ulama-i-Islam: Religio-Political Activism and Pakistan Movement (1945-1947).” Pakistan Journal of Social Sciences 35.
22. Dr. Khalil Ahmad. 2013. “The intellectual decline of the people of Islam.” Al-Zubair 1.
Research and Development Projects
1. Archaeological Excavation and Documentation of Four Cholistan Forts in the Bahawalpur Region
With: Department of Archaeology, Tourism and Museums, Government of the Punjab (2025-11 - 2026-08)
The project, “Archaeological Excavation and Documentation of Four Cholistan Forts in the Bahawalpur Region,” was awarded by the Department of Archaeology, Tourism and Museums, Government of the Punjab. The project focused on the archaeological excavation, documentation, and study of four historic forts, contributing to the preservation and understanding of the region’s rich cultural and architectural heritage.
2. Exploring the Tribal Cultural Paradigm: A Case of Study of Nomadic Tribes of Cholistan (Rohi)
With: NRPU/HEC Pakistan (2024-01 - 2026-12)
This project explores the cultural, social, and traditional practices of the nomadic tribes of Cholistan (Rohi), with a particular focus on their unique tribal identity, lifestyle, customs, traditions, and heritage. It examines how these communities preserve their cultural values and adapt to changing social and environmental conditions, contributing to a deeper understanding of Cholistan’s rich and diverse tribal heritage.
The Islamia University of Bahawalpur was established in the year 1975 by upgrading historical institute of the Jamia Abbasia.
