Correspondence on South African Muslim Affairs

Sub title : Jinnah's Support for Passive Resistance and Internal Criticisms

Subject: Muhammad Ali Jinnah's International Influence | South African Indian Muslims | Passive Resistance Movement

Date of publication: 1947

Language: English

Page: 174 p.

Source: National Archives of Pakistan

Serial no: 28414

Keyword: Muhammad Ali Jinnah -- South Africa -- Passive Resistance -- Transvaal Muslim League | Dr. Yusof Dadoo -- Fundraising -- Bihari Relief Fund -- Communist Party

Abstract: This file contains documents related to Muhammad Ali Jinnah's engagement with South African Indian Muslims in 1947. It includes a published message and telegraph showing his support for the Passive Resistance movement and Dr. Yusof Dadoo. Accompanying personal correspondence from South Africa levies serious accusations of dishonesty and exploitation against officials of the Transvaal Muslim League regarding election and relief funds, while also expressing concern over communist influence in the resistance movement.

Description: A file revealing Jinnah's role in international Muslim solidarity and the internal disputes it sparked. It includes his public message of support for South Africa's Passive Resistance and a private letter exposing allegations of corruption within the local Muslim League, highlighting complex diasporic politics. SCANNED BY: NATIONAL ARCHIVES OF PAKISTAN.

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