Chap 1: Ideological basis of Pakistan

Short Questions & Answers

Q1: Define ideology.
Ans: IDEOLOGY:
• A collection of beliefs, values, customs, aims and traditions which are common to all
members of society and are expressed in their lives is called ideology.
• Ideology is a systemic body of concepts especially about life and culture.
• It could be the product of great and influential minds.
• An ideology could be formed as a result of Divine guidance.
• It constitutes a system of human life whose integral parts are assertions, theories and
objectives of human life.
Q2: What is meant by Islamic Ideology?
Ans: Ideology which is based on the Islamic teachings is called Islamic Ideology.
• It provider chance to the people to spend their I lives according to the teachings of Holy
Quran and Sunnah.
• It provides a complete picture of Islamic way of life.
• It helps in the establishment of an Islamic society according to commandments of Allah.
• It helps to develop the basic principles like respect of humanity, tolerance, justice
and equality.
Q3: What are the Sources of Islamic Ideology?
Ans: Following are the sources of Islamic Ideology:
• The Holy Quran: It is the permanent basis of Islam. It is the book of guidance in every aspect
of individual and Collective life.
• Sunnah of Holy Prophets: It is the essential Q Source of Islamic Ideology. The detailed
explanation of the teachings of Holy Quran is found in Sunnah of the Holy Prophet (SAW). It
helps in determining the ideological thoughts.
• Traditions and Cultural values: Those traditions and cultural values which are arranged on
the basis of guiding principles of are also the source of life Islamic Ideology.
Q4: Describe the contents of Ideology.
Ans: There are four important contents of Ideology which combine to make the ideology effective.
• Common Religion: It is the basic content of Ideology as the traditions and social behavior
become same.
• Common Culture: In an ideology, the common way of life is looked due to the common
culture of people of certain region.
• Common Cause: It develops unity according to ideology. Their social behavior becomes same
for the solution their problems.
• Sincere Dedication: For achieving a high goal life, sincere dedication and commitment of the
people, can only be possible when all people have firm faith on Ideology.
Q5: What is meant by Ideology of Pakistan?
Ans: The faith and idea which caused to produce the movement of freedom and the creation of
Pakistan is called as Ideology of Pakistan.
• The faith of the Muslims was Islam while the Idea was to establish a separate Islamic State on
the basis of a Two Nation Theory.
 • The Ideology of Pakistan is a Complete discription of Islam which united the Muslims as a
nation.
• According to the Ideology of Pakistan the aim was to establish a state for the practical
implementation of Islam.
• It gives a comprehensive concept of Islamic Welfare state.
Q6: Define Democracy.
Ans: DEMOCRACY:
A type of government in which the representatives of the government are selected by the votes
Common of people. and all the members of state take part directly or indirectly in the formation of
government is called Democracy.
Democracy is a form of government of the people, for the people and by the people.
Q7: Write five frinciples of democracy in Islam.
Ans: Sovereignty: In Islamic democracy, sovereignty belongs to the Almighty Allah only. Unlimited
Power cannot be enjoyed.
• Justice: Justice is the foundation of Divine Law. The individual and collective lives can be
made peaceful and happy.
• Equality: Islam rejects all discrimination and treats everyone equally.
• Fraternity: All Muslims are brothers to each other. Mutual cooperation, affection, selfless
Service and sacrifice are developed due to fraternity.
• Tolerance: It means to avoid the mistakes and accept the criticism of others happily. Islamic
Society protects the due rights of non-Muslims.
Q8: Give any five factors in building national character.
Ans: Firm Faith: Firm faith in Ideology gives help to a person in the selection of a way for actions
• Devotion: The uniformity of thoughts of people are the cause of devotion towards Ideology.
• Honesty: This quality makes a person practical enough.
• Patriotism: The love and sacrifice for the country gives stability to Ideology.
• Hard Work: It is the symbol of national Character to get success.

Descriptive Questions & Answers

Q1: Define Ideology. Explain the Islamic Ideology in detail with its significance and sources.
Ans: Introduction:
The word Ideology is French in origin. It is made of two components ie. Idea and logy. Idea
means concept and logy means study, so it is the study of concepts. It is basically the study of
origin, education and nature of ideas and beliefs.
Definition:
A collection of beliefs, values, customs, aims, traditions, rituals which are common to all
members of society and expressed in their lives is called Ideology.
Ideology is a motivating force for a nation which is striving hard to bring stability to its
nationhood. It provides a platform of being one. It constitutes a system of human life whose
integral parts are assertions, theories and objectives of individuals in a society.
Importance of Ideology in Practical Life:
• Ideology is significant in practical life. It develops unity among the people and separate
identity in the world.
 • It expresses the ideas and thoughts of the people and determines their way of living thinking
and social interaction.
• It is a motivation force for deeds and actions and the people may sacrifice anything for a
certain cause.
• It produces self-consciousness among the people.
• It promotes purposeful and civilized lives.
• It helps in fixing the freedom, culture and traditions.
• It explains religious teachings and social values more clearly.
Islamic Ideology:
Islamic Society is unique as Compared to other societies because it derives its sources, principles
and theories from Holy Quran and Sunnah. So an ideology which is based on the teachings of Holy
Quran and Sunnah, Islamic mode of life and Islamic culture is known as Islamic Ideology.
Islam is a complete code of life. All rules and regulations of the Islamic Society are framed in the
light of teachings of Islam. It binds the individuals into eternal brotherhood. It helps in gaining
peace and life. comfort
Characteristics of Islamic Ideology:
Following are the characteristics Islamic Ideology.
• It provides the chance to the people to spend their lives according to the teachings of Islam.
• It provides complete picture of Islamic way of life.
• It helps to establish an Islamic society.
• It helps to develop divine principles of respect of humanity, tolerance, justice, equality and
peaceful co-existence.
Sources of Islamic Ideology:
Islamic ideology has influenced the minds of the individuals having firm faith in the eternal
principles of Islam.
Following are the sources of Islamic Ideology:
• The Holy Quran: The Holy Quran is the permanent basis of Islam. It is a book of guidance
which was revealed on the last Prophet Hazrat Mohammad (S.A.W.W). It provides guidance
in each and every aspect of human life. Its teachings lead to a sustainable, peaceful and
purposeful life at individual and collective level.
• Sunnah of Holy Prophet (S.A.W.W): The detailed explanation of the Holy Quran is found in
Sunnah, which is the essential source of Islamic laws. The Quran outlines the principles of
Islam and its elaborations are enshrined in the Sayings of Holy Prophet like Namaz, Zakat,
Hajj and Fasting.
• Traditions and Cultural Values: Traditions and culture is the way of passing life in which all
the balanced ways are implied to make the life peaceful and comfortable. The values and
traditions such as festivals, gatherings which do not run opposite which do to the teachings
of Islam are allowed to be followed by The Muslims.
Conclusion:
Ideology is the collection of beliefs, Customs, aims and traditions, which is common in all members
of a society. It is an arranged form of life and concepts. Islamic Ideology which is basis of Pakistan,
enlightens the teachings of Holy Quran and Sunnah. It helps in gaining peace and comfort of life.
Q2: Define Democracy. Mention the principles of democracy in Islam.
Ans: Introduction:
Pakistan is an Islamic state of democratic government. The principles of democracy in Islam is
different from the Western Democracy.
Definition of Democracy:
• A type of government in which the representatives for the government are elected by the
votes of common people and all the members of state take part directly or indirectly in the
formation of government is called Democracy.
• Democracy is a form of government of the people, for the people and by for the people.
Principles of Democracy in Islam:
The Islamic Concept of democracy is totally different from the prevailing concept in the world. In
Islamic state such people are elected to run the government follow the Islamic principles in their
lives but they are able to handle the affairs of the state according to the teachings of Islam. The
foundation of democracy in Islam has been established on the basis of following principles:
• Sovereignty:
In Islamic democracy, Sovereignty over entire universe belongs to Almighty Allah. God
fearing persons are desirable to run the affairs of the state. Unlimited power is not enjoyed
by the government or legislative assemblies.
• Justice:
The second principle of Islamic democracy is the establishment of justice in the society. The
literal meaning of justice is to keep the right thing at right place. It is the foundation of Divine
law. Not aspect of life can be completed without justice. Only justice can make the society
peaceful and prosperous. The society in which justice is supreme
will always have unity, love, sincerity have and peace.
• Equality:
Islam is the only religion which rejects all kinds of discrimination on the basis of race,
language, colour, caste, culture, wealth and poverty. Equality means that all persons are
treated under the same Principles of state. The Holy Prophet (S.A.W.W) in his last pilgrimage
rejected all the discrimination and declared that all human beings are off-spring of Hazrat
Adam (A.S).
• Fraternity:
Fraternity means brotherhood. All the believers are brothers to each other. As brothers they
share the problems and happiness of each other. The feelings of brotherhood promote
affection, mutual co-operation, selfless service and sacrifice. In this way, the society becomes
peaceful and comfortable for all.
• Tolerance:
Tolerance means the power of endurance and to accept the criticism of the others merrily. It
is an ability to neglect the mistakes of others so this principle makes the mutual relation
strong. The Islamic Society honours and protects the due rights of the non- Muslims. The
Holy Prophets preached tolerance through his words and deeds.
Conclusion:
Islam is the complete code of life. It deals all affairs of human life. It also provides complete pattern
of government which is called Islamic Democracy. The government as well as legislative assemblies
do not enjoy unlimited power. However, the people are at liberty to elect the God-fearing persons
to run the affairs of the state.

Q.3 Describe the role of Ideology in building national Character.

Ans: Introduction:
Character is the sum total of habits, attitudes and the way of living of an individual. The character
of a person is influence by the ideology. If an ideology produces the uniformity of thoughts, then
the habits, traditions and way of living of the whole nation become same which is collectively
known as National Character. There is a great importance of national character in success and
stability of an ideology. The national Character is formed from the following moral values in the
light of an ideology.
Main Elements of National Character:
• Firm Faith: The firm belief on ideology, really has a positive effect on the development of
national character. Any action of the individual will not be against the national interest. Our
Ideology has its roots in Islam. Therefore, our characters should be built in the light of Islamic
values. Firm faith of Muslims on the Ideology of Pakistan helped them to achieve Pakistan.
• Commitment: It means devotion with a sense of responsibility. It is necessary that people
should be devoted with great spirit towards the cause of nation. Each and every action of
individual should reflect highest values of Islam. During the war of 1965 all Pakistanis
manifested their national character and stood like a rock against enemy.
• Honesty: Honesty is a virtue which is appreciated in all societies. This quality makes a person
practical enough to extend ideology. An individual should lead a just life and reflect honesty
in words and deeds. Honesty should be visible in all fields of life. Islam also has
emphasized upon honesty in strong words. Pakistan was able to overcome the difficulties of
initial years of its creation through honesty.
Patriotism: It is an expression of love and sacrifice towards the country. It establishes
national character and gives stability to ideology. Individuals reflect their best national
character at the time of test, when their freedom is endangered.
• Hard Work: The Secret of success is hidden in hard work of the citizens of a country. The
spirit of labour and hard work is a symbol of national character. The developed and advanced
nations have become prosperous due to their hard work.
• National Interest: The Collective objectives which help in progressing a country and nation
are called national interest. It must be the priority of an individual and it must not be
compromised in any case.
Conclusion:
Ideology plays a vital role in building national character of an individual's actions, words
Commitment and honesty to the cause. The nation cannot survive, if the individuals of nation do
not value the national interest. The ideology becomes stable to give preference to nation interest
in every aspect of life.
Q4: What is meant by Ideology of Pakistan? Outline the Ideology of Pakistan in the light of
sayings of Quaid-e-Azam and Allama Iqbal.
Introduction:
The faith and ideal which proved to be the cause of Independent movement of the establishment
of Pakistan is called Ideology of Pakistan. The faith of the ideology of Pakistan was Islam and the
ideal goal was to achieve an Islamic state on the basis of two nation Theory. Allama Iqbal and
Quaid-e-Azam outlined the Ideology of Pakistan in their statements. After observing the situation,
they had come to a conclusion that Muslims and Hindus cannot live together. In their statements
on different Occasions, they emphasized and elaborated the ldeology of Pakistan.
Ideology of Pakistan in the light of Statements of Allama Iqbal:
Allama Iqbal and Quaid-e-Azam outlined the Ideology of Pakistan in their statements on different
occasions. After minute observation, they had come to a conclusion that Muslims and Hindus were
separate nations and they could not live together. A separate homeland for the Muslims of South
Asia was essential.
Statements of Allama Iqbal:
Allama Iqbal was a famous poet, great thinker as well as a philosopher. He made the Muslims to
realize to achieve their lost glory. In 1930, he presented his mature political opinion for Indian
Muslims. He said.
• India is a sub-continent and not a country. where people belonging to different religions and
speaking different languages are inhabited. Muslim nation has its unique religious and
cultural identity. Civilized nations should respect religious principles, cultural identity and
social values of Muslims.
He further added:
• I would like to see Punjab, North West Frontier Province, Sindh and Baluchistan
amalgamated into a single state, appears to be the final destiny of Muslims at least of North-
West India.
Statements of Quaid-e- Azam:
Quaid-e-Azam acknowledged the thinking of Allama Iqbal by saying that Iqbal’s ideas were
fundamentally one with mine and I have reached the same conclusion. He was Very anxious about
the future of the Muslims. His views on the ideology of Pakistan were clear.
He addressed to the students of Islamia College Peshawar and said,
• Our demand for Pakistan is not for piece of land, instead we want to establish an
experimental laboratory where we could practice a system based on Islamic principles.
In his address in the Meeting of Mustion. League on 23rd March 1940, he said,
• Hinduism and Islam are not merely two religions but they are two separate social systems. It
would be a dream to think that Hindus and Muslims will form a common nation. I want to
make it clear that both the nations belonged to two different civilizations and the foundation
of these two civilizations is on such philosophies which are opposed to each other.
In January 1941, he said,
• India has never been a single country or a nation. The issue of sub-continent is international.
The differences of culture, social and economic values are of ideological nature.
The statement of Quaid-e-Azam sum up the ideology of Pakistan:
• Pakistan had come into being the day, the first non-Muslim was converted into Muslin in
India.
Conclusion:
The statements of Allama Iqbal and Quaid-e-dram proved a mile stone in the struggle of Pakistan.
They largely proved that these leaders wanted to establish an Islamic state for the Muslims of
subcontinent. Quaid-e-Azam reorganized the Muslim League and brought all Muslims under its
banner. He tried to show the separate national identity of the Muslims. He openly favoured the
ideology of Pakistan. Allama Iqbal also tried to create an ideology based on Islam for the formation
of Pakistan.