Ziyad Chaudhary - Leaders of Pakistan
Ziyad Chaudhary - Leaders of Pakistan
Ziyad Chaudhary - Leaders of Pakistan
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Q2. Why was Dr Allama Iqbal an important influence on the struggle for a
separate homeland? (6)
Q3. Which of the following contributed the most in the struggle of the
Pakistan Movement: (16)
1. Quaid e Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah
2. Allama Iqbal
3. Ch Rehmat Ali
Ans 2) Dr. Allama Muhammad Iqbal who was a well known figure in
poetry, philosophy, and politics, played a crucial role in the fight for a
separate nation for Muslims in British India, leading to the formation of
Pakistan. His most significant contribution was the development of the Two
Nation Theory , which argued that Muslims and Hindus were distinct
communities with separate identities, laying the groundwork for the demand
for a Muslim state. Through his powerful poetry, particularly in works like
"Shikwa" and "Jawab-e-Shikwa," Iqbal inspired nationalist sentiments
among Muslims, encouraging them to take pride in their cultural heritage
and assert their rights. His influential address at the All India Muslim
League session in 1930 in Allahabad further bolstered the movement,
advocating for a separate Muslim-majority state within India. Iqbal's call for
Muslim unity resonated deeply, influencing leaders like Muhammad Ali
Jinnah, who spearheaded the Pakistan Movement. Even after his death,
Iqbal's legacy continued to inspire, providing clarity and direction to the
struggle for independence from British rule, ultimately leading to the
establishment of Pakistan.
Ans 3) Muhammad Ali Jinnah emerges as the towering figure whose
contributions are the largest in the struggle of the Pakistan Movement.
Jinnah's leadership during the tumultuous years leading up to the partition
of British India was nothing short of indispensable. In a landscape fraught
with communal tensions and competing political interests, Jinnah's practical
wisdom and unwavering commitment to the cause of Muslim rights
provided a beacon of hope for millions. His visionary leadership was
marked by a steadfast dedication to the principles of democracy,
constitutionalism, and pluralism, all of which were central tenets in his
vision for the future state of Pakistan.