People’s Role In Struggle For Pakistan 1940-47

This groundbreaking book rewrites the story of Pakistan’s creation by spotlighting the unsung heroes behind the 1947 movement-ordinary students, women, laborers, peasants, and local leaders who fueled the fight for independence. Challenging the myth that Pakistan was forged solely by political elites like Jinnah and the Muslim League, it reveals how marginalized groups in today’s Pakistani provinces (Punjab, Sindh, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, and Balochistan) became the backbone of the struggle.

Using rare archives, interviews with grassroots activists, and records from the Pakistan Movement Workers Trust, the book shows how farmers, mystics, small traders, and even low-ranking government employees rallied support in regions where the Muslim League had little influence. Their tireless efforts-spreading awareness, organizing protests, and mobilizing votes-ensured key areas joined the new Muslim homeland during the chaotic 1947 partition.

From student unions to women’s groups, this is a people’s history of resilience and unity. It proves that without these everyday champions, Pakistan’s borders might never have included its present provinces. A must-read for history buffs and anyone curious about the power of collective action, this work shines a light on the forgotten faces who turned a political vision into reality.

PAGES: 297
AUTHOR: Naumana Kiran Imran
FORMAT: Hardback