History of the Partition of India

How did the Partition of India in 1947 create lasting political, social, and cultural rifts? This book explores the events surrounding the Partition of India, when the subcontinent was divided into India and Pakistan along religious lines. It examines the political dynamics that led to the partition, including the British role, the demands of the Indian National Congress, and the creation of Pakistan by the Muslim League. The narrative also delves into the violence, mass migrations, and humanitarian crises that followed the division, displacing millions of people and causing significant loss of life. By reflecting on the long-term consequences of Partition, the book explores the ongoing political and social tensions between India and Pakistan, and the complex legacies of partition in shaping modern South Asia’s religious, cultural, and geopolitical landscape.