Nationalist Muslim Opposition to the Partition of India: Madani, Azad, and Khan (original) (raw)

The paper explores the significant yet often overlooked opposition of prominent Muslim leaders, including Hussain Ahmad Madani, Maulana Azad, and Abdul Ghaffar Khan, to the Partition of India in 1947. It argues that these leaders advocated for a united, secular India, contrasting with the narrative promoting Muslim complicity in the Partition. Through an examination of their writings and actions, the paper highlights the complexity of Muslim identity and political engagement during this pivotal moment in history, suggesting that a fuller understanding of India's partition requires acknowledging the roles of such leaders and the impact of Hindu nationalism on Muslim public opinion.