Sheikh Muhammad Tahir-ul-Qadri is a prominent Pakistani-Canadian Islamic scholar, former professor of law, and a globally recognised authority on counter-terrorism and classical Islamic sciences. He is the founder and patron-in-chief of Minhaj-ul-Quran International (MQI), a widespread non-governmental organisation dedicated to promoting religious moderation, education, and human rights as well as its humanitarian arm, the Minhaj Welfare Foundation. He has written over 1,000 books in Urdu, English, and Arabic, with approximately 650 works officially published to date. His extensive bibliography spans theology, constitutional law, economics, and spirituality. A highly active orator, he has delivered more than 6,000 lectures worldwide. His addresses are broadcast frequently on international satellite channels and digital streaming platforms. Across his official platforms, he commands a substantial online presence with a combined following of over five million social media subscribers.