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Morphological Comparison of Urdu and Persian in the Pakistani National Anthem

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Morphological comparison of urdu and persian in the pakistani national anthem. Explore the morphological comparison of Urdu and Persian in Pakistan's National Anthem. Uncover strong Persian influence, cross-linguistic fusion, and cultural significance in this linguistic study.

Abstract

This study explores the comparative analysis of Persian and Urdu in Pakistani national anthem (Qoumi Taranna). In relation to the previous researches, this research addressed the overlooked area of linguistics that is “morphology” – offering a unique analysis between the two languages. Using a qualitative design, the study examined the prominence and functions of compounding, derivational morphology, inflectional morphology, morphemic origin, and the criterion of affixation integrated in the framework of Urdu (Pakistani national anthem). The analysis reveals a strong prominence of Persian morphological influence in the national anthem, highlighting the formality and cultural significance. The finding underscores the national anthem as a source of national pride reflecting the strong language bonding of Persian-Urdu as a morphological continuum. However, this study also helps to understand the cross-linguistics morphological fusion and offers a novel perspective in the area of linguistics.

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This study presents a focused and intriguing morphological comparison of Urdu and Persian within the specific context of the Pakistani national anthem. The authors effectively identify and address an overlooked area in previous research by concentrating on the morphological dimension of these languages' interaction. Employing a qualitative research design, the study meticulously examines various morphological phenomena, including compounding, derivational and inflectional morphology, morphemic origin, and affixation, all framed within the anthem's Urdu text. The core finding—a pronounced Persian morphological influence—is clearly stated, linking this linguistic feature to the anthem's formality and deep cultural significance. While the abstract clearly outlines the study's scope and primary finding, it leaves some areas ripe for deeper exploration in the full paper. The concept of a "morphological continuum" between Persian and Urdu, while compelling, warrants a more explicit definition and a detailed demonstration of its characteristics and implications beyond the national anthem's context. Furthermore, the abstract's claim of offering a "novel perspective in the area of linguistics" and helping "to understand cross-linguistics morphological fusion" sets a high bar, suggesting the full analysis should delve into theoretical contributions and broader linguistic implications in a robust manner. A more granular discussion of *how* the identified morphological features specifically contribute to "national pride" would also enhance the study's impact. Overall, this study offers a unique and valuable contribution to the understanding of language contact, particularly between Urdu and Persian, through a lens that has received insufficient attention. By meticulously analyzing the morphological landscape of the Pakistani national anthem, the research not only sheds light on the linguistic heritage embedded within a significant cultural artifact but also provides insights into how language features contribute to national identity and collective memory. The paper promises to be a significant addition to the fields of historical linguistics, sociolinguistics, and language contact studies, demonstrating the enduring influence of Persian on Urdu and the rich tapestry of linguistic fusion in South Asia. This focused work is certainly worthy of publication.

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