Episode 7 - Minds Divided: Psychological Roots of the Quest for Pakistan

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The Making of Pakistan: Unpacking the Roots of a Nation

Global Insight

9 episodes

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In this podcast, we delve into The Making of Pakistan by renowned historian K. K. Aziz—a powerful exploration of the forces that shaped Pakistani nationalism. From the historical and political shifts to the cultural, religious, and psychological underpinnings of identity, we examine the complex factors that fueled the demand for a separate Muslim state in British India. Join us as we unpack the evolving notions of "nation" and "nationality," the impact of the Aligarh Movement, the significance of the Two-Nation Theory, and the internal divisions within the Muslim community.

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Episode 7 - Minds Divided: Psychological Roots of the Quest for Pakistan

The Making of Pakistan: Unpacking the Roots of a Nation

39 minutes 46 seconds

5 months ago

Episode 7 - Minds Divided: Psychological Roots of the Quest for Pakistan

Welcome to Episode 7 of The Making of Pakistan: Unpacking the Roots of a Nation. In this episode, we explore Chapter 6 of K.K. Aziz’s seminal work, where the psychological foundations of Muslim separatism take center stage.

In Episode 7, we delve into the psychological dimensions of Pakistani nationalism, as outlined in Chapter 6 of The Making of Pakistan. K.K. Aziz argues that a profound feeling of separateness among Muslims—rooted in emotion rather than just history, language, or culture—was central to the demand for Pakistan. We explore the role of fear and insecurity regarding Hindu domination, the unifying power of shared myths and symbols, and the emergence of distinct national consciousness and character. This episode unpacks how emotional and psychological forces galvanized Muslims into envisioning a separate future, ultimately shaping the movement for Pakistan.