Mahbub ul Haq was a prominent Pakistani economist and politician, born on February 4, 1934. He is best known for his role in developing the concept of human development, which emphasizes improving people's well-being rather than just focusing on economic growth. His work led to the creation of the Human Development Index (HDI), a measure that assesses a country's social and economic development. Haq served as Pakistan's Finance Minister and was instrumental in shaping economic policies during the 1980s. He also played a significant role in international organizations, including the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), advocating for poverty alleviation and sustainable development. His contributions have had a lasting impact on global development discourse.