Correspondence between M.A. Jinnah and the Ruler of a Princely State

Sub title : Acknowledgment of Good Wishes and Gift on the Eve of London Departure (1946)

Subject: Diplomatic Relations | Princely States | London Negotiations

Date of publication: 1946

Language: English

Page: 3 p.

Source: National Archives of Pakistan

Serial no: 27549

Keyword: M.A. Jinnah — Princely States — Bahawalpur — London Negotiations | Holy Quran — Diplomatic Gift — Pre-Partition — Political Strategy

Abstract: This collection consists of a three-page correspondence, primarily featuring M.A. Jinnah's letter to a princely state ruler (likely from Bahawalpur) written on the eve of his departure for London in November 1946. Jinnah expresses gratitude for the ruler's good wishes and particularly acknowledges the gift of a copy of the Holy Quran. The first two pages contain fragmented text in French and English that appears to discuss strategic considerations, possibly related to political challenges or negotiations. The documents capture a significant moment when Jinnah was engaging with Indian princely states while preparing for crucial negotiations in London concerning India's political future.

Description: This three-page document set provides insight into M.A. Jinnah's diplomatic engagements with Indian princely states during the critical period of 1946. The most significant page contains Jinnah's personal acknowledgment to a ruler for their goodwill gesture and the symbolic gift of the Holy Quran before his important London trip. The fragmented nature of the first two pages suggests they may contain strategic discussions or background context for the relationship. This correspondence highlights the careful diplomacy Jinnah maintained with various stakeholders, including princely states, during the complex negotiations leading up to Partition. The gift of the Quran to the Muslim League leader underscores the religious and cultural dimensions of these political relationships. SCANNED BY: NATIONAL ARCHIVES OF PAKISTAN.

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