Role of Baluchistan in the Freedom Movement
9th Class Pakistan Studies Notes
Role of Baluchistan in the Freedom Movement
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Introduction
According to area, Baluchistan is the is the biggest province of
Pakistan. Quetta is capital of Baluchistan. Sui gas is found in
Baluchistan. The people of this province are very courageous and brave.
In the past, this province remained under-developed but today it is
moving on the path of progress.
Historical Background
During British rule Baluchistan did not enjoy the status of province.
It was deprived of political reforms. Due to this remained backward
politically and economically. In 1927, Tavares-e-Delhi given by Muslim
leaders and in 1929 in Quaid-e-Azam's fourteen points, it was demanded
that political reforms should also be introduced in Frontier and
Baluchistan like other provinces.
Political Awakening
The process of political awakening in Baluchistan; started very late
because its link with other parts of the country was very little. They
were backward in education.
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Organization of Muslim League
Muslim League was founded in Baluchistan in 1939. Qazi Mohammad is at
the top of the list of people, which made Muslim League active in
Baluchistan, Nawab Mohammad Khan Jogezai and Mir Jafar Jamali also
served much. These leaders prepared the people here for making Pakistan
both mentally and practically.
Favour for Pakistan Resolution
Baluchistan Muslim League favored Pakistan movement very much. The
leaders held meeting here fro time to time and prepared the people
mentally for Pakistan.
Active Part in Pakistan Movement
The people of Baluchistan took active part in Pakistan Movement. In
April 1947 Pakistan Conference was held in Quetta in which Muslim League
strongly demanded Pakistan as their independent state.
Joining Pakistan
On 3rd June 1947 it was declared that Balochi Shahi Jerga and Quetta
municipal Committee would decide about the future of Baluchistan.
Congress tried much to win the favour but failed due to the untiring
efforts of Qazi Mohammad Esa, Nawab Mohammad Khan Jogezai, Mir Jaffer
Khan Jamali and ohter leaders and workers of Muslim League Shahi Jerga,
Balochi leaders and Municipal Committee decided in favour of Pakistan.
In this way Baluchistan became the part of Pakistan.
