M.A. Jinnah and the All-India Muslim League: Correspondence and Telegrams

Sub title : Internal Communications on Muslim Political Strategy

Subject: History of Pakistan Movement | All-India Muslim League | Political Correspondence

Date of publication: 1936

Language: English

Page: 17 p.

Source: National Archives of Pakistan

Serial no: 27986

Keyword: M.A. Jinnah -- Quaid-e-Azam -- All India Muslim League -- Pakistan Movement -- 1947 Partition | Muslim Unity -- Jamiatul Ulema -- Jamiatul Ulema-e-Hind -- North-West Frontier Province (NWFP) -- Political Telegram | British India -- Bombay Presidency -- Muslim League Parliamentary Board.

Abstract: This collection comprises letters, telegrams, and organisational notes primarily addressed to or concerning Muhammad Ali Jinnah, the leader of the All-India Muslim League, between 1936 and 1947. The documents highlight critical political discourse in the lead-up to the creation of Pakistan. Key themes include urgent appeals for Muslim unity under the League's banner, congratulations on the achievement of Pakistan, internal political negotiations with groups like the Jamiatul Ulema, and logistical party matters. The collection provides insight into the political strategies, alliances, and challenges faced by the Muslim League during this pivotal historical period.

Description: This is a curated set of archival documents featuring direct correspondence and telegrams related to Muhammad Ali Jinnah's leadership of the All-India Muslim League. The documents range from formal organisational invitations (e.g., Finance Committee meeting, 1936) to urgent political telegrams from the North-West Frontier Province expressing support for the League over rival organisations (1947). A significant letter from Maulana Mohammad Hifzur Rahman of the Jamiatul-Ulemai Hind (April 1947) reveals negotiations for unity under the League amid the impending partition. Another letter (June 1947) offers congratulations on the "glorious victory" of achieving Pakistan. The collection includes documents in both English and Urdu script, reflecting the linguistic context of the era. Page1A.jpg contains a detailed, lengthy grievance letter regarding pensions and detentions, showcasing the wider administrative and personal challenges of the time. SCANNED BY: NATIONAL ARCHIVES OF PAKISTAN.

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