Correspondence of M.A. Jinnah with Begum Aizaz Rasool

Sub title : Political Advice and Muslim League Affairs

Subject: Political History | Indian Independence Movement | All-India Muslim League | Jinnah, M.A. -- Correspondence

Date of publication: 1940

Language: English

Page: 7 p.

Source: National Archives of Pakistan

Serial no: 27744

Keyword: M.A. Jinnah -- Begum Aizaz Rasool -- Muslim League -- Working Committee -- Governor | British India -- Provincial Politics -- Discipline -- Loyalty -- 1940 | Political Strategy -- Indian Constitution -- Jinnah Correspondence.

Abstract: This collection of letters from 1940-1941 documents the political correspondence between M.A. Jinnah, the leader of the All-India Muslim League, and Begum Aizaz Rasool, a prominent Muslim League member. The letters primarily concern Jinnah's strategic guidance to League members, specifically instructing them against accepting positions on government committees without central authorization from the League's Working Committee. The exchange highlights Jinnah's firm control over the party apparatus, the political dynamics on the eve of World War II, and the personal respect and loyalty between Jinnah and his colleagues. Later letters also touch upon Jinnah's health and his resolve in strengthening the League.

Description: This is a series of seven scanned pages containing personal and political letters exchanged between M.A. Jinnah and Begum Aizaz Rasool. The initial letters from Begum Rasool seek Jinnah's advice on whether to accept a seat on a committee offered by the British Governor. Jinnah's reply, and a subsequent letter, firmly direct her and all League members to make no commitments until the Party's Working Committee has deliberated, showcasing his centralized leadership. The later letters are more personal, discussing Jinnah's health and his reassuring words about the growing strength of the Muslim League despite challenges. This collection offers a valuable glimpse into the internal workings and key relationships within the high command of the All-India Muslim League during a critical period. SCANNED BY: NATIONAL ARCHIVES OF PAKISTAN.

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