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Muhammad Ali Jinnah (Quaid-e-Azam)

Muhammad Ali Jinnah, known as Quaid-e-Azam (meaning "Great Leader"), was a prominent political figure and the founder of Pakistan. Born in 1876, he initially worked for Hindu-Muslim unity in British India but later advocated for the rights of Muslims, fearing their marginalization. He led the All-India Muslim League and played a crucial role in the demand for a separate nation for Muslims, culminating in the creation of Pakistan in 1947. Jinnah served as Pakistan's first Governor-General until his death in 1948, leaving a legacy as a symbol of determination for Muslim identity and empowerment.