Pakistan Independence Act

The Pakistan Independence Act of 1947 was a law enacted by the British Parliament that officially granted independence to the regions of British India that became Pakistan. It partitioned British India into two separate dominions—India and Pakistan—effective August 15, 1947. This act facilitated the creation of Pakistan as a separate nation primarily for Muslims, while India remained a unified country. The law included provisions for the transfer of government authority and outlined administrative details to ensure a smooth transition. It marked the end of British colonial rule in that region and the beginning of Pakistan’s independence.