1947 Independence & Partition: Birth of India and Pakistan

By Rohan kumar

Book Title: 1947 Independence & Partition: Birth of India and Pakistan
Author: Rohan Kumar

Book Description:

In 1947 Independence & Partition: Birth of India and Pakistan, Rohan Kumar presents a deeply researched and poignant exploration of one of the most transformative and traumatic chapters in modern history. This comprehensive account delves into the political negotiations, ideological clashes, and human tragedies that accompanied the end of British colonial rule and the formation of two independent nations-India and Pakistan.

The book examines the complex visions of key figures like Mahatma Gandhi, Jawaharlal Nehru, and Muhammad Ali Jinnah, uncovering how their competing ideologies and the urgency of British withdrawal contributed to one of the largest and most violent mass migrations in human history. Through in-depth analysis of partition's social, cultural, and political consequences-including the Kashmir conflict, gendered violence, refugee crises, and the evolving identities of the Indian and Pakistani nations-Kumar offers a nuanced understanding of the enduring legacy of 1947.

This volume is an essential read for anyone seeking to understand the origins of modern South Asia, the challenges of decolonization, and the lasting impact of partition on global geopolitics and human rights.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0F88JX8F6
• ISBN13: 9798283285856
• Release Date: May 2025
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 340 Pages
• Weight: 1.00 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"