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Prince Karim Husseini Aga Khan IV inherits the office of Imamat as the 49th Imam of Shia Imami Ismai'li worldwide, after the death of Sir Sultan Mahommed Shah Aga Khan III.
Prince Karim Husseini succeeds Aga Khan III and becomes Aga Khan IV, the 49th Imam of the Nizari Ismaili Muslims.
On July 11, 1957, Prince Karim Husseini formally succeeded his grandfather as Aga Khan IV, becoming the 49th Imam of the Nizari Ismaili Muslim community worldwide.
At just 20 years old, he assumed spiritual and administrative leadership for millions of followers.
He inherited a legacy of social welfare, educational initiatives, and cultural patronage established by his predecessors.
Under his guidance, the Aga Khan Development Network expanded projects in healthcare, architecture, and rural development.
Aga Khan IV balanced tradition with modern challenges, promoting pluralism and global engagement.
His leadership has earned international recognition for philanthropic and diplomatic achievements.
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Aga Khan IV
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Aga Khan III