Book review: Baloch aryai thaluqat by dr farooq baloch

 

Book Review: Baloch Aryai Taluqat

Book Review: Baloch Aryai Taluqat by Dr. Farooq Baloch

The Baloch—men of bravery, vigilance, strength, hard work, and devotion to their motherland—hold a rich and powerful history. Although many books have been written about the Baloch, including works by foreign scholars, it is especially valuable when a historian from within the community, such as Dr. Farooq Baloch, researches and writes on Baloch history. His work provides pure and profound insight, revealing truths that challenge previously accepted narratives.

The book I read and am reviewing is titled Baloch Aryai Taluqat, or Baloch and Its Relationship with Aryans in the Context of Historical Truths. The book is dedicated to Koh-i-Alburz, a mountain range to which many chapters of Baloch history are connected.

From historical studies, it becomes evident that the Baloch tribes once inhabited a vast area—from the western banks of the River Indus in the east to the wide stretches of present-day Iran in the west. The entire population of the mountain ranges of Alburz and Zagros in northern and northwestern Iran consisted of Baloch tribes, while the cities located in the southern foothills were also home to Baloch people. Arabic historical records also confirm Baloch presence in the regions of Makran and Turan.

Historians like Al-Baladhuri mention the presence and resistance of Baloch tribes such as Maidh and Hoth up to present-day Gandava and the Indus River. This widespread population played such a crucial role in ancient times that vast empires in the East and West relied on their manpower. Their opposition could alter the course of power.

At the time of the Aryan tribes' entry into Iran, Baloch tribes were spread from the northern (Caspian Sea) to the southern sea. Faced with the strength of these tribes, the Aryans initially retreated to the corners of Iran. Historians describe three branches of the Aryans. The original tribe, Bazargidh, later evolved in name through Pasargirdh and Paragidh, ultimately becoming known as Pars—the name that gave rise to Persia.

When the Aryans arrived in what is now Iran, an organized and powerful government already existed—known as the Pishdad government. The Pishdads were ancient Kurds of the Alburz Mountains, famous in history for their ruler Hoshang.

In the 8th century BC, after the fall of the Pishdad dynasty, the Maidh tribe rose to power. During their reign, the Aryans gained strength and established their own government called Anshan. Historical records show that the Aryans paid regular annual tribute to this government.

The Aryans were divided into three major branches:
1. Hakhamanesh (Achaemenid)
2. Maspi
3. Maraspi

The last ruler of the Maidh dynasty married his daughter to Kanbogia, a leader of the Hakhamanesh. His son, Cyrus the Great—grandson of the last Maidh ruler Astyages—overthrew his grandfather, ending the Maidh rule and establishing the first Aryan dynasty.

Cyrus indeed built a vast Aryan empire. He conquered much of Baloch territory but failed to capture the Makran region. Many historical accounts mention that his army was nearly annihilated in the harsh desert and mountainous terrain of Makran, and he barely returned to Iran with only seven soldiers. However, his empire did manage to control Kerman, Sistan, and Alburz.

The Shahnama manuscript (Moscow edition) by Ferdowsi affirms that the Baloch are not descendants of foreign invaders, but rather one of the oldest nations in the region, deeply involved in its historical and political developments.

The Maidh Empire was formed by pre-Aryan tribes such as the Maidh, Lori, Daya, Dabani, and others—many of whom were Baloch. Historians including Herodotus, who chronicled ancient Iran, acknowledge their role. When the Hakhamanesh dynasty expanded and the Maidh rule collapsed, it was reportedly due to rebellion by these tribes. The Maidh and Hoth tribes united against the Hakhamanesh empire but were eventually defeated by Darius I in the Battle of Makran. Iranian armies reached the Indus River and Punjab through the routes of Balochistan.

The last Hakhamanesh ruler, Darius III (real name: Kadman), witnessed the fall of the empire to the Greeks under Alexander the Great in 331 BCE.

Toward the end of the book, the author offers powerful advice.
The writer gives great advice before ending the book , the words be like it is the duty of the Baloch nation that its children should know about its bright history and the geagraphical boundaries of its ancient national homeland.One of the weapons of the powerful is to allienate the oppressed and subjugate nations from their real history and past achievement so they neither remember their bright past nor have any hope of any great work.This is the reason why the oppressive and powerful invading forces have always attacked Baloch history and kept Baloch nation unaware of their real and bright past.This work was not only done by  the British,but before that the Arab and persian Invaders had also done the same work and their historians also misled the Baloch people about their real past..The greatest need of the hour is the unity and solidarity of the nation.They should unite and raise their voice for their humanrights and introduce themselves to the world as one nation and one social group.The Baloch will have to move forward with speed,with firm intentions and in light of correct decisions.Otherwise they will be left behind in the worlds race and laziness will bring them to the same state as the origonal heirs of America. The Red Indians and will become alienated heirs in their own homeland.

Reading this book has been an eye-opening journey. It not only deepened my understanding of Baloch history but also made me realize the importance of preserving and promoting our identity. As a member of the Baloch nation, I feel inspired and responsible to contribute to the awareness and unity that Dr. Farooq Baloch calls for. This book is not just history—it is a call to action.