Correspondence and Appeals to Muhammad Ali Jinnah Regarding Hindu-Muslim Unity and National Issues

Sub title : Spiritual Visions, and Political Outreach from Diverse Figures

Subject: Hindu-Muslim unity -- India | Gandhi, Mahatma, 1869-1948 | Spiritualism -- Political aspects -- India | Sapru

Date of publication: 1941

Language: English

Page: 8 p.

Source: National Archives of Pakistan

Serial no: 27807

Keyword: M.A. Jinnah -- Hindu-Muslim Unity -- Gandhi-Jinnah Talks -- Dr. M.C. Davar -- United Party of India | Spiritualism in Politics -- R. Palme Dutt Interview -- Tej Bahadur Sapru Commemoration -- Governor of Sind -- Raja Formula

Abstract: This collection features personal letters and appeals addressed to M.A. Jinnah from 1941 to 1946, showcasing the diverse nature of outreach he received. A significant portion consists of three unique letters from Dr. M.C. Davar of the "United Party of India," which combine political commentary with spiritual and metaphysical visions. Davar passionately appeals for a permanent settlement between Jinnah and Gandhi, interpreting a shared dream as a divine omen for a united India and offering his own formula for unity. The collection also includes a request for Jinnah to contribute to a commemorative volume for Sir Tej Bahadur Sapru, an interview approval request from journalist R. Palme Dutt, and official notes from the Governor of Sind. These documents reveal the blend of political, personal, and even spiritual appeals directed at Jinnah during a critical period.

Description: This archive presents a fascinating and unusual collection of correspondence sent to M.A. Jinnah, highlighting how individuals and groups beyond the political mainstream engaged with him. The letters from Dr. M.C. Davar are particularly noteworthy for their mystical tone, describing ethereal meetings and divine messages intended to foster unity between Jinnah and Gandhi, reflecting the deep yearning for harmony among some sections of the Indian public. The request from K. Isyama Dang to contribute an appreciation for Sir Tej Bahadur Sapru's 70th birthday shows Jinnah's acknowledged stature across communal lines, while the letter from R. Palme Dutt concerns the careful management of Jinnah's international image through a press interview. Together, these documents provide insight into the multifaceted persona of Jinnah, who was not only a political leader but also a figure upon whom diverse hopes, both earthly and spiritual, were projected. SCANNED BY: NATIONAL ARCHIVES OF PAKISTAN.

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