| Date |
Event |
| 1947, Jan 7 |
Sent a message of congratulation to Sind PML on Victory Day.
In a statement to the press said that he had seen the press report of the Resolutions passed by the All India Congress Committee
and had proposed to summon All India Muslim League Working Committee for discussions prior to which he did not wish to express his
opinion. |
| Jan 8 |
Declared in a statement that Maungdaw did not form part of Pakistan scheme. |
| Jan 12 |
Replying to an address of welcome by Pir Illahi Bukhsh, President/Presidency, Sind Madrasah Board Karachi, exhorted the Muslims
to launch strong literacy drive. Asked them to develop the highest sense of honesty, integrity, duty, responsibility and justice.
He further said that the new Muslim League Ministry has been formed which would give education its top priority. |
| Jan 24 |
Congress called upon a meeting of the All India Muslim League Working Committee at Karachi which passed a Resolution on
Cabinet Mission's Statement of May 16, 1946. Regarding Interim government. He said, "Jawaharlal Nehru thinks he would be the
Prime Minister but if he thinks calmly he would neither be a Prime Minister nor there be Jawaharlal Nehru Government. He would
merely be a Member for Foreign Ministry and Commonwealth. Pundit Jawaharlal Nehru and Congress wish to use Muslim League and
Muslims Nominees as a shield.... We are neither under Jawaharlal Nehru nor Congress ." |
| Feb 2 |
In a statement on Punjab the situation, called on His Majesty's Government to deal with the situation boldly, and restore
civil liberties; appealed to Muslim youth to avoid communal strife. |
| Feb 17 |
Addressed a meeting of the All India Muslim League Parliament/Parliamentary party in Sind Assembly eight-point plan for
Sind discussed. |
| Feb 20 |
Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi's statement of February 20 which stipulated British withdrawal from India by June 1948, and
the replacement of Lord Wavell by viscount Mountbatten as Viceroy. All India Muslim League civil disobedience movement commences
in North West Frontier Province. |
| Feb 21 |
Reviewing the statement of British Prime Minister Attlee that freedom would be given to the sub-continent by June 1948,
Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah said that so long as the complete report is not examined, nothing can be said. "It is a very
important statement before me and League's commitment a keen observation is necessary. We would look into it deeply and then
take proper step. In the evening before going to Karachi, addressed the people of Malir and said, "For the last ten years Sind
is in dark. They could not form strong ministry, the countrymen had their own way to establish themselves and join Muslim League,
and make their own plan for their own progress." |
| Feb |
In his letter, wrote in brief about the Punjab Government to Nawab I.H. Mamdot, "Government should lift restriction from
holding public meetings and release the arrested persons." He further wrote, "I learnt that you are ready to compromise by all
means. I think a graceful defeat is far better than the compromise. Because defeat compromise on principles."
In a statement at Shahi Darbar, Sibi, Baluchistan, said: "I believe our salvation lies in acting upon the principles of our
Holy Prophet. Our democracy should be based on Islamic ideals and principles." |
| Feb 23 |
Addressing a group of Muslim refugees from Bihar, declared that the Muslim League "will not yield an inch in their demand
for Pakistan. It is the only way to liberate 10 crores of Muslims." |
| Feb 25 |
Assured minorities of just treatment by the Muslim League, in an interview to API. |
| Mar 3 |
In a statement said, "Khizar ministry's resignation is a wise step." He appealed to the Muslim of the Punjab to remain united
to settle the matter with other parties - Hindu, Sikhs and British Government. |
| Mar 4 |
Master Tara Singh's inflammatory speech on the steps of Punjab Legislative Assembly sparks communal riots in Lahore and elsewhere. |
| Mar 13 |
At a function organized by Bombay Pakistan Muslim League, said: "There is no alternative to Pakistan." |
| Mar 17 |
Advised Punjab PML to co-operate fully in peace efforts. |
| Mar 22 |
Louis Mountbatten arrived in India to be the last British Viceroy.
Pakistan Day news sent to papers. All Muslims were advised to hold the day peacefully and in view of the present unfavorable
situation of India advised to cooperate with the Government. |
| Mar 27 |
Addressing Memon Chamber of Commerce reception he said, "Pakistan will have to be achieved not only for Muslims .... It
means freedom for both Hindus and Muslims." He further said, "I am fighting for Pakistan, which means I am fighting for the
freedom of India... because it is the only practical solution.... because India is neither a country nor a nation but is a
score of nations. |
| Mar 28 |
Called for a truce on the basis of Pakistan. Said that British talked of unity of country because they knew that while
there would be destruction and clashes in united India, Pakistan and Hindustan would live like two friendly neighbors. |
| Apr 5 |
In his first meeting with Louis Mountbatten, asserted that there was only one solution - "a surgical operation" on India;
otherwise India would perish altogether. |
| Apr 6 |
Along with Miss Fatima Jinnah, had dinner with Viceroy. |
| Apr 8 |
Louis Mountbatten on mutual understanding with Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah declared ending of sectarian enmity. |
| Apr 12 |
In reply to the letter of Maulana Hifzur Rahman, General . Secretary, Jamiat-e-Ulam-e-Hind, said in a press note: "In view
of the new situation that has arisen by virtue of the White Paper published by the British Government on Feburary 20, 1947 and
having regard to the grave issues which we have to face immediately I agree with you that complete unity among the Muslims is
necessary and I ... have appealed to every Muslim to join the Muslim League."
Negotiations between Viceroy and political leaders ended. Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah proposed two methods of framing
constitution: 1) two separate constitutions by separate assemblies for group A, and group B and Congress, with a decision about
the center being taken later to each Province deciding its future provided fresh elections were held in the Punjab and the North
West Frontier Province. |
| Apr 13 |
Mir Ahmad Yar Khan, The Khan of Kalat, wrote to him that Kalat was the first state from Baluchistan to publicly support
the cause of Pakistan. |
| Apr 15 |
Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah - Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi jointly appealed for peace, on Viceroy's request. |
| Apr 17 |
Leaflets containing Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah and Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi appeal dropped from air all over India
in a bid to control communal frenzy and violence. Withdrawal of direct action program by All India Muslim League mooted. |
| Apr 20 |
Denounced, in a press statement the proposed partition of Bengal and Punjab; warned the Viceroy not to commit this "grave error." |
| Apr 24 |
Appalled to Muslim in a statement, to maintain peace and order when the Viceroy visits North West Frontier Province to
examine the situation personally. |
| Apr 26 |
Met Viceroy for one hour and 20 minutes on the question of acceptance of the Cabinet Mission Plan, asserted, "the leaders
of Congress are so dishonest, so crooked and so obsessed with the idea of smashing Muslim League that the only way of giving
Pakistan a chance is to make it an independent nation of British Common wealth." |
| Apr 28 |
Supported the unity of the Nile Valley and evacuation of foreign troops from Egypt, in a message to the Arab Muslim League
Secretary General. |
| Apr 30 |
Calling on the His Majesty's Government and the Viceroy not to commit "a grave error", said in a statement that "the
transfer of power to the Pakistan and Hindustan Government must mean a division of the defense forces. This is a clear-cut
road and the only practical solution of India's constitutional problem." |
| May 1 |
In a press statement laid forth the fundamental principles of the partition of India; stressed upon the fact that the
"states of Hindustan and Pakistan should be absolutely free, independent and sovereign." |
| May 5 |
Discussed with Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi the communal problem. |
| May 6 |
His meeting with Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi ended without agreement on partition of India. |
| May 7 |
Expressed, in a statement, his inability to disagree with North West Frontier Province. Muslim League decision to continue
direct action movement; advised Muslims to remain peaceful.
Analyzed, in a press statement, Khan ministry's policies in North West Frontier Province; Defined Direct Action as "social
pressure, strike or revolt constituting moral pressure on the authority in power to redress our grievances and meet our demands."
Along with Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi condemned violence for attaining political ends.
In a statement said that he could not go against the decision of the North West Frontier Province's civil disobedience. |
| May 11 |
Criticized Patel's statement. Demanded dissolution of Interim Government and transfer of power to two Const. Assemblies. |
| May 12 |
On request of A. Hamid, Editor Eastern Times, Lahore, sent a message for the Muslims of the Punjab, urging them to unite
and work hard if they wanted to achieve Pakistan. |
| May 21 |
In an interview to Reuters, explained the outlines of Pakistan; expressed Muslim League's resolve to "fight every inch"
against the partition of Bengal and the Punjab; emphasized that Pakistan would be "popular and Representative." and would seek
UN membership. |
| May 22 |
Demanded a corridor between the proposed East and West Pakistan areas. Hoped for friendly relations with Hindustan after
partition, in interview with Reuters correspondent. |
| May 24 |
Dr. Rajendra Prasad, on behalf of Congress refused Mohammad Ali Jinnah (Quaid-i-Azam's) demand of a corridor. |
| Jun 2 |
Along with Liaquat Ali Khan and Abdu Rab Nishtar, on behalf of the ML, attended leaders conference in which Congress leaders
also participated. The Viceroy presided an apprised the participants of his discussions, both in England and India, which had
led to the formation Congress HMG's Plan. Copies of the announcement circulated the leaders and the Conference adjourned till
next day to enable working Committees of both Congress and Muslim League to consider the Plan. |
| Jun 3 |
HMO's Plan stipulating partition of India announced by Mountbatten. Plan accepted by Jawaharlal Nehru, Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah and Baldev Singh, on behalf of Congress, Muslim League and the Sikhs, in speeches from All India Radio, New Delhi.
In his speech, Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah appealed to Muslims and Muslim League to carefully examine the Plan.
Presided over All India Muslim League Working Committee meeting.
At night All-India Radio relayed the speech of Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah in which-discussing the new plan of the
British Government for the withdrawal of powers, he said that All India Muslim League would finalize on the lines of her own
rules and ideas. |
| Jun 5 |
Invited by the Viceroy to discuss the setting up of a Partition Committee. |
| Jun 6 |
Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi sent to Viceroy certain suggestions on basis of which he (Viceroy) should ask Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah to agree to referendum in North West Frontier Province. |
| Jun 9-10 |
Presided over All India Muslim League Council meeting at Delhi in which June 3 (Mountbatten) Plan was discussed. |
| Jun 12 |
Louis Mountbatten, wrote to Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi informing him about Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah
consent to visit North West Frontier Province in accordance with Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi's suggestions provided
Congress did not interfere in the matter. Copy of the letter was sent to Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah. |
| Jun 13 |
Again made it clear to Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi about his condition that Congress should not interfere with
people of the North West Frontier Province in any way. |
| Jun 14 |
Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi wrote to Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah that the latter and the Viceroy could
not clearly understand him and that he could not ask Congress to commit harakiri. |
| Jun 17 |
Thanked Muslims of tribal areas for their good wishes, in a statement. Gave option to Indian states either to join
Hindustan Const. Assembly or Pakistan Constitution Assembly. |
| Jun 18 |
Khan Abdul Ghaffar Khan called on Mohammad Ali Jinnah (Quaid-i-Azam's) residence and set some conditions for merging-North
West Frontier Province into Pakistan to which Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah could not agree. Afterwards in a public meeting
at Bannu, Khan Abdul Ghaffar Khan said that he would make "Pakhtoonistan" for Pathans. |
| Jun 19 |
Decided that Karachi would be the capital of the state of Pakistan. In a message to the muslims of Madras, said, "I am
really very proud of the Muslim of Madras Province. who stood as one man behind the All India Muslim League." Also issued a
statement regarding "Mopalistan". |
| Jun 20 |
In a message to the Muslim National Guards of Bombay Province, characterized them as "soldiers of Islam". |
| Jun 22 |
Malik Mohammed, Representative of state Muslim League Travancore met with Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah. |
| Jun 25 |
In a press statement, appealed to the Shahi Jirga, Baluchistan and non-official members of Quetta Municipality to vote
for Pakistan Const. Assembly in referendum which was to be held on June 30.
In a speech said that muslims freedom was based on unity, faith and discipline and he firmly believed in it. |
| Jun 26 |
In a press statement, appealed to muslims of Sylhet to vote for joining Sylhet District with new Eastern Bengal as it would
not only strengthen the East Pakistan but would also be in their welfare. |
| Jun 28 |
Issued a statement to press: "Having accepted 3 June Plan, North West Frontier Province Congress reservation for Pathanistan
is tantamount of breaking a promise." |
| Jul 2 |
Informed Viceroy that for certain reasons he had decided to assume the Governer-Generalship of Pakistan himself. |
| Jul 5 |
Viceroy received a letter from Liaquat Ali Khan, All India Muslim League's General Secretary, recommending, on behalf of All
India Muslim League, the appointment of Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah as the Governor General of Pakistan, and requesting
His Majesty's Government to accord approval to this proposal. |
| Jul 7 |
In reply to London Muslim League's invitation for a dinner to celebrate achievement of Pakistan, declined the offer by
telegram saying; "there remains the far greater task of constructing and building up Pakistan which will require every ounce
of our energy, but by the Grace of God we shall build up this new greatest muslim sovereign State in the world with complete
unity, discipline and faith." |
| Jul 10 |
British Prime Minister Clement Attlee declared his acceptance of "Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah as the first Governor
General of Pakistan." |
| Jul 11 |
After meeting with Kashmiri muslim leaders, issued a press statement asking for release of Kashmir detainees. |
| Jul 13 |
In an address to a press Conference, in the morning, declared that the security of the minorities is in Indo-Pak friendship. |
| Jul 14 |
Assured minorities, in a press Conference, at New Delhi, that their religion, faith, life, property and culture would be
protected in Pakistan. |
| Jul 15 |
Under his direction, a train carrying a number of Pakistan Government officials and a unit of CPWD left New Delhi for Karachi. |
| Jul 26 |
Formation of Pakistan Const. Assembly. In a press statement, took strong exception to Dutch Government's declaration of
war against Indonesia; expressed deep sympathies with the people of Indonesia.
Dr. Shahryar of Indonesia met him in the evening. Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah issued a press statement deploring
the sudden attack of Holland force on the Indonesian people; expressed deep sympathy with the people of Indonesia; assured
full support of Indo-Pak muslims to Dr. Shahryar. |
| Jul 28 |
Said, in a press statement, that Punjab and Bengal Assembly parties were free to elect their leaders on their own; he had
no personal preference in the matter. |
| Jul 30 |
Said, in a press statement, that Indian States were free to join either of the two Dominions.
In a press statement, appealed to different races of the North West Frontier Province and tribal areas to forget all the
differences of the past and to participate untidily with the Government of Pakistan for the establishment of a real and democratic
Islamic world. |
| Jul 31 |
Said, in a press statement, that Muslim League Assembly Party in Sind was free to choose its leader.
Pirzada Abdus Sattar met him. In a press statement Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah said, "I do not support any leader
of Sind. Members are at liberty to vote." |
| Jul |
Had a detailed discussion with the Maharajas of Jodhpur and Jaisalmar, because their Bikaner States coincided with the
Pakistan border. He offered a plain paper to Maharaja Jodhpur duly signed for setting up any agreement regarding the fixation
of the border. |
| Aug 5 |
Viceroy intimated him, Sardar Patel and Liaquat Ali Khan, about the Sikh's plan to create hindrances. |
| Aug 7 |
On the eve of his departure from New Delhi to Karachi, thanked all those who had sent their greetings and good wishes
on the establishment of Pakistan. Also said: "The past must be buried and let us start as two independent sovereign states
of Hindustan and Pakistan. I wish Hindustan prosperity and peace." |
| Aug 9 |
Speaking at dinner given by Ghulam Husain Hidayatullah at Karachi, said that he was no believer in "making the rich richer
and the poor poorer", and exhorted audience to "make earnest effort to promote the interests of the masses without necessarily
disturbing the equilibrium in the bargain." Paid tributes to Fatima Jinnah whom he described as "constant source of help and
encouragement" to him.
Receiving congratulation from Balochi tribes, he, in his message, assured them to retain their law and social customs. |
| Aug 11 |
Elected President to Const. Assembly of Pakistan. In his first policy speech, provided guidelines for the new State of Pakistan.
Also conducted business of the House. |
| Aug 12 |
On Liaquat Ali Khan's motion, the Const. Assembly of Pakistan passed following Resolution(s). Conferring title of
"Quaid-i-Azam" on him: "That this Assembly resolves that Mohammad Ali Jinnah, President of the Const.
Assembly of Pakistan and Governor-General designate of Pakistan, be addressed as 'Mohammed Ali Jinnah, Governor-General
of Pakistan' in all official Acts, documents, letters and correspondence from August 15, 1947." The session was chaired by Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah himself. |
| Aug 13 |
Delivered speech at the banquet in honour of Louis Mountbatten, at Governor-General House, Karachi. Regarding transfer of power
by the British, he said: "Such voluntary transfer of power and rule by one nation over others is unknown in the whole history of
the world." |
| Aug 14 |
Louis Mountbatten, the last Governor-General of India, paid tributes to him in his address to Const. Assembly, and conveyed His
Majesty's good wishes for the progress and prosperity of Pakistan. In response, Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah paid tributes to
Mountbatten and assured him of Pakistan's good will and friendship for the British nation. |
| Aug 15 |
Sworn in as Governor-General of Pakistan. Appointed first Council of Ministers consisting of seven Ministers. Appointed Liaquat
Ali Khan as Prime Minister of Pakistan. Inaugurating Pakistan Broadcasting Service, called upon Pakistanis to remain united and build
up the new state.
Pakistan's first Government Gazette published naming Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah as the first Governor-General of Pakistan. |
| Aug 17 |
Referring to the riots and D-Day, drew attention to Calcutta and said: "The riots are the outcome of the Viceroy's and Jawaharlal
Nehru's policies. The Hindu think that the Hindu Raj was established and so they openly disgraced the muslim and killed them. I can
say firmly that this Hindu Government is not in favor of muslim, there is no alternative to Pakistan for the muslim." |
| Aug 18 |
In Eid-ul-Fitr message to nation, hoped that the Eid would usher in a new era of prosperity and would mark the onward March of
renaissance of Islamic culture and ideals; adding, "Those of our brethren who are minorities in Hindustan may rest assured that we
shall never neglect or forget them. Our hearts go out to them, and we shall consider no efforts too great to help them, and secure
their well-being, for I recognize that it is the muslim minority Province in this sub-continent who were pioneers and carried the
banner aloft for the achievement of our cherished goal of Pakistan." |
| Aug 21 |
After the establishment of Pakistan on August 14, 1947, Dr. Khan Sahib set up his ministry. Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah
as Governor-General dissolved the ministry on August 21. Then Dr. Khan's Pakhtoonistan movement gradually grew stronger. |
| Aug 24 |
In a statement said, "I ...call upon every muslim, man and woman, in Pakistan to fortify themselves against their present sorrows
for the establishment of their nation state for which they have already suffered and sacrificed so much, and which it is now for
them to build up, so that before long it can justify its position as the largest Islamic State in the world and win a proud place
in the family of nations."
In a press statement, expressed conern over heavy toll of muslims life in Eastern Punjab and other areas of Hindustan: asked
Pakistanis to maintain peace and order. |
| Aug 25 |
Given civic reception by Karachi Municipal Corporation. Replying to the welcome address, said: "It should be our aim not
only to remove want and fear of all types, but secure liberty, fraternity and equality as enjoined upon us by Islam." |
| Aug 28 |
Arrived at Lahore for participating in a conference of the Governor-General's and PMs of India and Pakistan to discuss
communal situation in the Punjab. |
| Aug 31 |
In a broadcast from Radio Pakistan, Lahore, spoke about the refugees, the Boundary Commission Award, and the minorities.
Emphasizing the need for maintaining law and order situation at all costs, said that "the Boundary Award may be unjust but it
is binding on us." |
| Sep 12 |
Appealed to the nation to contribute to "Quaid-i-Azam's Relief Fund"; emphasized spirit of sacrifice for others. |
| Sep 15 |
In a statement expressed concern on miserable condition of muslim in India. |
| Sep 17 |
Replied to Nawabzada Khalifa Khan Malik's message received on behalf of Afridis of Khyber Agencies, offering services to
help save lives of muslim in Hindustan. Advised them not to act in a spirit of revenge as such efforts would not be useful. |
| Sep 26 |
Laid foundation stone of Valika Textile Mills Ltd. Speaking on the occasion, said: "If Pakistan is to play its proper role
in the world to which its size, manpower and resources entitle it, it must develop industrial potential side by side with its
agriculture and give its economy an industrial bias." |
| Oct 1 |
Notified appointment of Sir Francis Mudie, Governor of Punjab, as Vice Chancellor of University of the Punjab, with effect
from August 15, 1947. |
| Oct 11 |
Addressed a joint meeting of Civil, Military, Naval and Air Force officers at Karachi; said that establishment of Pakistan
was a means to an end: "The idea was that we should have a State in which we could live and breathe as free men, which we could
develop according to our own lights and culture and where principles of Islamic social justice could find free play." To attain
this goal, he called upon them to "follow the path of 'unity, discipline and faith'." Also spoke about muslims who were left in India. |
| Oct 22 |
Issued Banking Companies (Pakistan) Ordinance, 1947, for providing temporary relief to banking companies in Pakistan. |
| Oct 24 |
Issued Eid-ul-Azha message: "The greater the sacrifice we are made to undergo the purer and more chastened shall we emerge
like gold from fire." |
| Oct 25 |
In an interview with Duncan Hooper, Reuters correspondent, spoke on efforts to restore peace and maintain law and order in
India and Pakistan; said that there was no possibility of union between the two states; termed minorities in Pakistan as equal
citizens; explained functions of Muslim League. |
| Oct 26 |
In a telegram replied to Indian Prime Minister, Jawaharlal Nehru's telegram of October 15, refuting Indian Government's
charges, and clarified Pakistan Government's stand on Kashmir.
Issued Indian Aircraft Act (1934) (Amendment) Order, 1947. |
| Oct 27 |
When Maharaja of Kashmir declared the merger of Kashmir with India, Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah invited Louis Mountbatten
and Jawaharlal Nehru to Pakistan to solve the problem. |
| Oct 30 |
Addressing a mammoth public meeting at University of the Punjab Stadium, Lahore, emphasized the spirit of sacrifice in order
to help refugees. Advising Pakistanis to face difficult times with determination, said; "Do not be overwhelmed by the enormity of
the task.... You are made of sterling material and are second to none. Why should you also not succeed like many others, like your
forefathers. You have only to develop the spirit of the 'Mujahids'.... Live up to your traditions and add to it another chapter of
glory."
In a broadcast speech, called upon people of Pakistan to "reconstruct and regenerate our great nation." |
| Oct 31 |
In a meeting with a deputation of Action Committee of Punjab Muslim Students Federation, at Lahore, advised them to equip
themselves sufficiently in discipline, education and training for the future. |
| Nov 1 |
Discussed the Kashmir issue with Louis Mountbatten, at Lahore. |
| Nov 2 |
Issued Pakistan National Guard Ordinance, 1947, in order to enable formation of a National Guard on voluntary basis under
control of C-in-C, Pakistan Army.
Made an amendment in Indian Aircraft Act, 1934.
On Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah's invitation for discussion Jawaharlal Nehru due to his ill health, was unable to
come to Lahore. So he declared at Delhi that as soon as the condition of Kashmir cools down and peace prevails, a referendum
would be called under international guidance. |
| Nov |
About military interference in Hyderabad State he said, "If India tries to merge Hyderabad (Deccan) into India by means
of power, international opinion would go against her." He said, "in this situation he would help Hyderabad by all means and
would try to make a stable relationship with India." |
| Nov 7 |
Issued Riot and Civil Commotion Risks Insurance Ordinance. 1947, to provide for the insurance of certain property against
riot and civil commotion risks. |
| Nov 22 |
In a message welcomed British officers who volunteered to serve Pakistan Armed Forces after Pakistan's independence. |
| Nov 27 |
In a message to All Pakistan Education Conference at Karachi, said: ."... if we are to make any real, speedy and substantial
progress, we must earnestly tackle this question and bring our educational policy and program on the lines suited to the genius
of our people, consonant with our history and culture, and having regard to the modern conditions and vast developments that
have taken place all over the world." |
| Dec 1 |
With his and Mountbatten's signatures, was issued Joint Defense Council (Amendment) Order, 1947, in order to distribute
military equipment and stores between Pakistan and India. |
| Dec 3 |
Accepted credentials presented by Sardar Najibullah Khan, Special Representative., of His Majesty the King of Afghanistan.
Speaking on the occasion, said: "The Government and people of Pakistan entertain nothing but feelings of warmest friendship
towards the muslim Kingdom of Afghanistan which is our closest neighbour and with whom for many centuries and for many generations
the people of Pakistan have had countless religious, cultural and socialties." |
| Dec 6 |
Approved ports of Karachi and Chittagong as ports of registry and appointed principal officers for the purpose. |
| Dec 8 |
In a letter to Harry S. Truman, U.S. President, protested against U. N. decision to enforce partition of Palestine. |
| Dec 10 |
Issued Transfer of Property (Pakistan) Ordinance, 1947, to provide for payment of taxes before the recognition of transfer
of property. Issued Pakistan (Adoption of Income Tax Profits Tax and Revenue Recovery Acts) Order, 1947. |
| Dec 11 |
In a statement said, "Remember struggle has not ended, rather it has started now. If we want success we will have to work
hard. This is the time to work. It needs selfless duties, service. God has bestowed upon us the title of the builders of a new
nation. Let us prove worthy of it." |
| Dec 14-15 |
Presided over last meeting of Muslim League Council at Karachi, in camera, in which it was decided to split All India
Muslim League into two independent and separate bodies: one for India and the other for Pakistan. The meeting passed Resolution(s)
paying tributes to him for achieving Pakistan - the largest Islamic state in the world. |
| Dec 15 |
Issued Pakistan Banking (Prevention of default and evasion of liabilities) Ordinance, 1947, to prevent people in Pakistan
from loss, due to withholding of payments on cheques and delivery of things held in custody by banks acting under directions
of a Government or authority outside Pakistan. |
| Dec 18 |
Issued the Pakistan Province. Legislatures (Disqualification of membership) Order, 1947. |
| Dec 19 |
In an interview to BBC correspondent Robert Steinson, spoke on relations between Great Britain and Pakistan, Kashmir,
future of Muslim League in Pakistan, Palestine, and on relations with USA.
Issued Indian Independence (Special Tribunals) Order, 1947. |
| Dec 20 |
Issued Pakistan Red Cross Society Order, 1947. |
| Dec 22 |
Sent message to Pakistan Boy Scouts. Issued Baluchistan Disturbed Areas Regulation, 1947, to make better provision for
suppression of disorder and disturbed areas of Baluchistan; also issued, in this connection, Baluchistan Disturbed Areas (Special
Powers of Armed Force) Regulation, 1947, to confer certain special powers on armed forces officers. |
| Dec 23 |
Issued Pakistan (Joint Registration of Accountants Provision) Order 1947. |
| Dec 24 |
Speaking on friendly relations between Pakistan and Transjordan, expressed Pakistan's deep sense of attachment to the
holy places of Islam. |
| Dec 27 |
Appointed Muhammad Zafrullah Khan as Minister for Foreign Affairs and Commonwealth Relations. |
| Dec 28 |
Replying to welcome address by Divisional Superintendent and officers of North-Western Railways, emphasized need for
"faith, unity and discipline." |
| Dec 30 |
Appointed Pirzada Abdus Sattar as Federal Minister for Food, Agriculture and Health. |
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I cannot emphasize it too much. We should begin to work in that spirit and in course of
time all these angularities of the majority and minorities communities, the Hindu community and the Muslim community.will vanish.
Indeed, if you ask me this has been the biggest hindrance in the way of India to attain freedom and independence and but for
this we would have been free peoples long long ago.You are free, you are free to go to your tamples, You are free to go to your
mosques or to any other place of worship in this state of Pakistan. You may belong to any religion or caste on creed - that has
nothing to do with the business of the state.We are starting in the days when there is no discrimination, no distinction between
one community and another.We are all citizens and equal citizens of one state.all members of the Nation.and you will find than
in course of time Hindus would cease to be Hindus and Muslim would cease to be Muslims, not in the religious sense, because that
is the personal faith of each individual, but in the political sense as citizens of the state.My guiding principle will be justice
and complete impartiality, and I am sure that with your support and co-operation, I can look forward to Pakistan becoming one of
the greatest Nations of the world.
