Rawalpindi Conspiracy Case

The Rawalpindi Conspiracy Case of 1951 was an alleged plot by a group of military officers and civilians in Pakistan to overthrow the government and establish a military-controlled state. The conspiracy was uncovered in Rawalpindi, home to Pakistan's military headquarters, leading to arrests and a high-profile trial. The case highlighted tensions between civilian government and military influences, influencing Pakistan's political landscape. Critics viewed it as a pretext for suppressing political dissent, while supporters saw it as a necessary measure against potential threats to national stability. The incident remains a significant event in Pakistan's civil-military relations history.