Pakistan History: Struggle for Independence (1857-1947)
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What is the year of the first paperback edition of 'Struggle for Pakistan'?

  • 2018
  • 2019 (correct)
  • 2020
  • 2021

What is the ISBN number of 'Struggle for Pakistan'?

  • 978-969-7632-06-2
  • 978-969-7632-07-5
  • 978-969-7632-08-4 (correct)
  • 978-969-7632-05-3

Who is the publisher of 'Struggle for Pakistan'?

  • Pakistan Government Publishers
  • Maryah Printers Islamabad
  • Hilal Publications (correct)
  • Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR)

What is the price of 'Struggle for Pakistan'?

<p>Rs 50 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which year was 'Struggle for Pakistan' published?

<p>2019 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the chronological timeline of 'Struggle for Pakistan'?

<p>1857-1947 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the book 'Struggle for Pakistan' dedicated to?

<p>The youth of Pakistan (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the sequel to 'Struggle for Pakistan'?

<p>Foundational thoughts of Pakistan Movement (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of Muslims in the Indo-Pak subcontinent supported Pakistan in the elections?

<p>90% (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many seats did the Muslim League win in the Punjab Assembly?

<p>73 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who was the leader of the Unionist Party in Punjab?

<p>Malik Khizar Hayat Tiwana (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the outcome of the agitation against Khizar's Ministry?

<p>Khizar resigned (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the purpose of the Cabinet Mission's visit to India in 1946?

<p>To meet Indian politicians (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was Jinnah's stance on the issue of Pakistan during his interview with Norman Cliff?

<p>He was firm on the issue (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the result of the Cabinet Mission's meeting with Jinnah on March 30, 1946?

<p>Jinnah was found to be calm and firm on Pakistan (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the location of the meeting between the Cabinet Mission and Indian leaders, including Jinnah, Gandhi, and Nehru?

<p>Simla (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When did Sir Stafford Cripps arrive in India to discuss the transfer of power to Indians?

<p>March 22, 1942 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who did Sir Stafford Cripps meet during his visit to India in 1942?

<p>Jinnah, Nehru, and other Congress leaders (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the outcome of Sir Stafford Cripps' mission to India?

<p>The Cripps Proposals were rejected by both Jinnah and the Congress (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the demand of the Congress in August 1942?

<p>To quit India and hand over power to the Congress (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was Jinnah's response to the Congress' demand in August 1942?

<p>He rejected the Congress' demand and asked for 'divide and then quit' (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the outcome of the Jinnah-Gandhi Talks in September 1944?

<p>The talks failed due to disagreements on the Pakistan Resolution (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was Gandhi's intention during the Jinnah-Gandhi Talks in September 1944?

<p>To accept the idea of Pakistan after the transfer of power to Congress (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Jinnah want to happen before the British departed from India?

<p>The creation of Pakistan (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

1946: The Year of Transition

A period of heightened political activity in India, marked by the Muslim League's rising influence and the British government's attempts to grant independence. This period saw key figures like Jinnah, Gandhi, and Nehru vying for power, laying the groundwork for the eventual partition of India.

The Punjab Assembly and the Unionist Party

The Muslim League, led by Muhammad Ali Jinnah, held a majority in the Punjab Assembly with 88 out of 175 members. However, the Unionist Party, led by Malik Khizar Hayat Tiwana, formed the government despite winning only 20 seats.

Agitation Against Khizar Hayat Tiwana's Ministry

Public protests erupted against the Unionist Party's rule, eventually leading to the resignation of Malik Khizar Hayat Tiwana in March 1947, paving the way for the eventual partition of India.

Jinnah's Vision for Pakistan

In an interview with Norman Cliff, the Foreign Editor of the News Chronicle in London, Jinnah declared that he did not consider himself an Indian. He viewed India as a nation of multiple nationalities, including the two major nations of Hindus and Muslims, each deserving their own sovereign state - Pakistan.

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The Cabinet Mission and its Objective

The Cabinet Mission, a British delegation tasked with planning for the transfer of power to India, arrived in Delhi in 1946. Comprising Lord Pethick-Lawrence, Sir Stafford Cripps, and Mr. A.V. Alexander, they engaged in discussions with key Indian leaders, including Jinnah, Gandhi, and Nehru. However, the mission ultimately failed to reach a consensus on the future of India, contributing to the growing tensions and pushing India closer to partition.

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The Cripps Proposals: A Failed Attempt

Sir Stafford Cripps, the leader of the House of Commons, visited India in 1942 to discuss the transfer of power. He met with Jinnah, Nehru, and Congress leaders, but his proposed plan, known as the 'Cripps Proposals', was rejected by Jinnah, who deemed it incompatible with the concept of Pakistan.

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The 'Quit India' Movement and its Impact

Following the outbreak of World War II, Gandhi, the leader of the Indian National Congress, called for the British to leave India immediately, urging the Congress Party to take control of the nation. This movement, known as the "Quit India" movement, aimed to establish a Hindu-dominated government. However, it received little support from Muslims and other minorities, ultimately failing to achieve its goal.

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The Failed Jinnah-Gandhi Talks

Jinnah and Gandhi met in Bombay in 1944 to discuss the idea of Pakistan, but their talks ultimately failed. Gandhi claimed to be open to the idea of Pakistan, but Jinnah perceived it as a deceptive tactic. Jinnah insisted on the creation of Pakistan before the British departure, while Gandhi remained ambiguous on various points, leading to a breakdown in communication.

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Study Notes

Struggle for Pakistan: A Chronological Timeline (1857-1947)

  • The book is a sequel to "Foundational thoughts of Pakistan Movement" and is dedicated to the youth of Pakistan to understand the vision of the Founding Fathers and value the sacrifices made during the struggle for Pakistan.

1946

  • In the Punjab Assembly, 88 members out of 175 were with the Muslim League, but Malik Khizar Hayat Tiwana's Ministry was installed despite his Unionist Party winning only 20 seats.
  • Agitation against Khizar started, resulting in his resignation towards the end of March 1947.

April 1, 1946

  • Jinnah's interview to Norman Cliff, Foreign Editor of the News Chronicle, London, was published in the Times of India, Bombay, where he stated that he did not regard himself as an Indian and that India was a State of nationalities, including two major nations, and all the Muslim League claimed was a distinct, sovereign State for their nation - Pakistan.

March-August 1946

  • The Cabinet Mission, consisting of Lord Pethick-Lawrence, Sir Stafford Cripps, and Mr. A.V. Alexander, arrived in Delhi on March 24 to discuss the issue of transfer of power to Indians.
  • The Mission met with Indian politicians, including Jinnah, Gandhi, Nehru, and others, but ultimately failed to reach an agreement.

March-April 1942

  • Sir Stafford Cripps, Leader of the House of Commons, came to India on March 22, 1942 to discuss the issue of transfer of power to Indians.
  • Cripps met Jinnah, Nehru, and other Congress leaders, but ultimately published his draft proposals, known as the "Cripps Proposals", which Jinnah termed as against the concept of Pakistan.

August 1942

  • Upon Gandhi's insistence, the Congress demanded from the British Government to "Quit India" and hand over power to the "Congress Caucus", which was calculated towards the "Hindu Brahman Raj".
  • A movement in this direction was started, but it failed because the Muslims and other minorities did not support Congress in this move.

September 1944

  • Jinnah-Gandhi Talks were held in Bombay, where Gandhi tried to give the impression that he was ready to accept the idea of Pakistan, but Jinnah felt it was a dodging trick by Gandhi.
  • Jinnah wanted Pakistan before the departure of British from India, while Gandhi tried to confuse Jinnah on a number of issues regarding Pakistan Resolution.
  • Thus, the Jinnah-Gandhi Talks failed.

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Explore the chronological timeline of Pakistan's struggle for independence from 1857 to 1947. This quiz covers the key events and milestones that shaped the country's history during this period.

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