Aga Khan III
1877–1957 (age 80)
Biography
Aga Khan III (1877-1957) was a prominent political and spiritual leader who wielded considerable influence across the Muslim world. As the 48th Imam of the Nizari Ismaili community, he combined religious leadership with active engagement in international affairs, advocating for education, healthcare, and social development throughout his extensive tenure.
His legacy encompasses substantial philanthropic contributions and the establishment of institutions that advanced education and welfare across multiple continents. Aga Khan III spent his final years in Aswan, Egypt, where he passed away in 1957, leaving behind a profound impact on both religious and secular spheres of influence.