Muslim League
Definition
The Muslim League was a political party established during the early 20th century in British India. Its main purpose was to safeguard the political rights of Muslims in India and, eventually, it led to the creation of Pakistan.
Analogy
Think of the Muslim League as a sports team advocating for fair play rules in a league where they feel underrepresented. They want their interests protected and ultimately decide to form their own league (Pakistan) where they can ensure this.
Related terms
All-India Congress Party: This was another major political party in British India that primarily represented Hindu interests but aimed for secular governance. It played a significant role in India's struggle for independence from British rule.
Two-Nation Theory: This is a founding principle of the Pakistan Movement (and thus, Pakistan), which states that Muslims and Hindus are two separate nations by every definition; therefore, Muslims should have an independent homeland in the Muslim majority areas of India.
Direct Action Day: An event called by the All-India Muslim League on August 16, 1946, to demand partitioning British India into two states, one Hindu and one Muslim.
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