Conflicted: A History Podcast The Partition of India – Part 2: Two Blind Eyes
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Aug 2, 2022 The podcast discusses the crumbling of the British Raj in India and the rise of Muhammed Ali Jinnah, who calls for the creation of Pakistan. It explores the Hindu-Muslim tensions that explode into violence during the Great Calcutta Killing. The podcast also delves into the conflicting perceptions of Jinnah and the looming power vacuum left by the departing British. It discusses the charismatic leadership of Jawaharlal Nehru and the potential for him to become a dictator. The episode uncovers the mystery behind a piece of writing by Nehru and explores the demands for the creation of Pakistan. It delves into the violent consequences of Direct Action Day and the urgency of bringing Pakistan into existence.
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Conversion and Integration
- Islam offered lower-caste Hindus equality and salvation, leading to conversions.
- Despite differing belief systems, Hindus and Muslims mingled and mixed, blurring the lines.
Jinnah's Rise
- Muhammad Ali Jinnah, a secular Muslim, became a powerful leader in India.
- Despite his Westernized lifestyle, he became a champion for Muslim rights and the creation of Pakistan.
Jinnah's Political Philosophy
- Jinnah criticized Gandhi's non-violent approach as naive and a path to chaos.
- He believed in legal and reasoned negotiation with the British for Indian independence.