Jinnah Never Wanted Partition | Ep. 2 | Struggle for Pakistan

Muhammad Ali Jinnah's stance on the partition of India was complex and evolved over time. Initially, Jinnah was a staunch Indian nationalist, advocating for unity within a free India. However, as political circumstances shifted and the Muslim League gained prominence, Jinnah began to emphasize the distinct identity and interests of Muslims in the subcontinent.
Jinnah's ultimate position on partition can be seen as a strategic response to the perceived marginalization of Muslims within the Indian National Congress and the failure to secure adequate representation for them. While Jinnah did advocate for the creation of a separate Muslim homeland, it was not necessarily his initial goal. Instead, his focus was on ensuring the political rights and autonomy of Muslims within a united India.
As negotiations with the Congress failed to address the concerns of Muslims adequately, Jinnah increasingly leaned towards the idea of Partition as a means to safeguard Muslim interests and ensure their rightful place in the political landscape.
While Jinnah may not have initially sought partition, it became a pragmatic solution in the face of mounting political challenges and the failure to achieve meaningful representation for Muslims within a united India.
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👍 Quaid e Azam was a strong proponent of an Islamic State: 👉 Speeches References: 1) In a letter to Pir Sahib of Manki Sharif in November 1945, Quaid-e-Azam said, “It is needless to emphasise that the Constituent Assembly which would be pre-dominantly Muslim in its composition, would be able to enact laws for Muslims, not inconsistent with the Shariah laws, and the Muslims will no longer be obliged to abide by the un Islamic laws.” 2) In a public meeting with Maulana Shabbir Ahmad Usmani in June 1947, the Quaid assured that an Islamic constitution would be implemented in Pakistan. 3) Speaking on a reform scheme at Sibbi Derbar on Feb. 4, 1948, Quaid-e-Azam proclaimed: “In proposing this scheme, I have had one underlying principle in mind, the principle of Muslim democracy. It is my belief that our salvation lies in following the golden rule of conduct set for us by our great lawgiver the Prophet of Islam. Let us lay the foundations of our democracy on the basis of truly Islamic ideals and principles.” 4) In a broadcast talk to the people of Australia, in Feb. 1948, the Quaid spoke of the Islamic characteristics of Pakistani society in these words: “The great majority of us are Muslims. We follow the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad (pbuh). We are the members of the brotherhood of Islam in which all are equal in rights, dignity and self-respect. “Not only are most of us Muslims but we have our own history, customs and traditions and those ways of thought, outlook and instinct who go to make up a sense of nationality.” 5) In a radio broadcast to the people of the United States of America in Feb. 1948, he spoke of Islamic system of government to be adopted in Pakistan. “The constitution of Pakistan has yet to be framed by the Pakistan Constituent Assembly. I do not know what the ultimate shape of this constitution is going to be, but I am sure that it will be of a democratic type, embodying the essential principles of Islam. Today they are as applicable in actual life as they were 1,300 years ago. Islam and its idealism have taught us democracy. “It has taught equality of man, justice and taught us democracy. It has taught equality of man, justice and fair play to everybody. We are the inheritors of these glorious traditions and are fully alive to our responsibilities and obligations as framers of the future constitution of Pakistan.”

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In fact, Jinnah and the Muslim League sought to maneuver strategically by considering the Cabinet Mission Plan. However, the astute leadership of the Congress outmaneuvered them by rejecting the plan and ultimately agreeing to partition. As Indians, we owe a profound debt to Jinnah for the partition, as without it, Gandhi and Nehru might have fallen into Jinnah's scheme. Just envision the scenario: with 25% of the population holding 50% of the power in the central government, coupled with nearly half of India under princely states predominantly ruled by Muslims, and over 60% of the armed forces comprised of Muslims and Sikhs, along with more than a quarter of the police force and bureaucracy controlled by Muslims. What fate would have befallen an undivided India? Jinnah and the Muslim League would have likely ensured that the Muslim-dominated princely states never acceded to India. Their strategy aimed at wielding authority over more than half of India through a 50% share in the central government and the Muslim rulers of the princely states.

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I want to know why Jinna made a speech "at first we are Muslim then we are Indian" If you don't believe that check unbiased history documents.

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Sir,Mr jinnah never wanted partition as Prof Jalal has convincingly made out. Mr Jinnah's goals were much beyond that. His objective was to throttle hindu nation and to pick up threads of Moghul dynasty which eventually Pakistan did.

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I want to know just 1 thing 1. Why Jinna delivered his speech " At first we are Muslim then we are Indian "? Please explain me. 2. On which miracle reason Jinna never went to jail?

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He was 1st good friend for 1st Indian PM Nehru ji learn modern history by kumar and kumar Student Friend publication patna last three pages only

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@@Ghufran-zw8rc Oo Really Why he created a concept two nation theory? Please explain me this kind friendship relation.