"The essence of the Ismaili Imamat is the spiritual allegiance of the Ismailis and their Imam."

Aga Khan IV (1936)
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About Aga Khan IV

Aga Khan IV is the 49th hereditary Imam of the Shia Imami Ismaili Muslims. He succeeded his grandfather, Sir Sultan Muhammad Shah Aga Khan III, at the age of 20. As spiritual leader to an estimated 15 million Ismailis worldwide, he has focused on the improvement of living conditions in the developing world and the promotion of education and healthcare. In addition, he has been a prominent advocate for global peace and understanding.

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