Was Pakistan created in the name of Islam? (original) (raw)

The paper investigates the ideological underpinnings of Pakistan's creation, challenging the traditional perception that it was founded solely on Islamic principles. It posits that the Two Nation Theory, often perceived as a call for partition, was initially a proposal for a power-sharing arrangement between Muslims and Hindus. Jinnah's vision for Pakistan was rooted in addressing minority rights within a confederate framework rather than advocating for outright separation, suggesting a more complex narrative surrounding the country's identity and founding principles.