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What kind of social status did Ali-Shir Nava'i have in Timurid Herat?

  • Military commander

  • High court official

  • Religious cleric

  • Merchant

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Ali-Shir Nava'i held a high court official position in Timurid Herat, a prominent cultural center during the Timurid dynasty in the 15th century. He was a renowned statesman, poet, and patron of the arts who played a pivotal role in the development and promotion of Chagatai literature, a prominent literary tradition in the region. Nava'i's influence and contributions left a lasting impact on the cultural landscape of Central Asia.
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