The Great Partition: The Making of India and Pakistan

"The Great Partition" refers to the division of British India in 1947 into two separate countries, India and Pakistan, driven by religious differences between Hindus and Muslims. This partition aimed to create nations suited to their respective religious majorities but led to significant upheaval. Millions of people migrated across borders, often facing violence, loss of homes, and separation from loved ones. The process was complex, involving political negotiations and widespread chaos, and its consequences—displacement, communal strife, and enduring tensions—continue to influence South Asian geopolitics today.