ڈاکٹر اشفاق احمد ورک کی خاکہ نگاری

Abstract

Literal meaning of "خاکہ نگاری"in Urdu literature is "Sketch Writing" It is an art of creating personality character. It is derived from medieval rather it gets its formal roots from the 20^th Century with the writing of "Mirza Farhat Ullah Baig". Dr. Ashfaq Ahmed Virk admired a lot in contemporary sketch writing. His books"قلمی دشمنی"، ذاتیات" ،خود ستائیاں"خاکہ مستی، have been published so far.  His most powerful tools in sketch writing are comicalness, funniness and humorous way of illuminating the personality in the imaginary; that makes him unique among others. If one goes through his sketch writings, can literally feel the personality and traits of the character. Dr. Ashfaq Ahmed Virk’s sketches are a valuable addition to the tradition of sketching and undoubtedly he can be considered the best sketch writer due to his charming style, impartiality and brevity.