Mohammed Ali Jinnah Argued That the New State of Pakistan

question 107

Multiple Choice

Mohammed Ali Jinnah argued that the new state of Pakistan

• A) would be an Islamic state and that no other religions would be tolerated.
• B) would adopt socialism as its guiding economic policy.
• C) would be ruled by strict Islamic law.
• D) would tolerate Buddhists and Christians but not Hindus, who made up the majority population of India, Pakistan's arch foe.
• E) must guarantee religious freedom and equal treatment for all.

---

Definitions:

Sepoy Mutiny

A violent and widespread uprising against British rule in India in 1857, led by Indian soldiers (sepoys) in the British East India Company's army.

Rifle Cartridges

Ammunition specifically designed for use in rifles, typically consisting of a case, primer, propellant, and a bullet.

New Imperialism

A period of colonial expansion by European powers, the United States, and Japan during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

Aggressive Nationalism

A fervent form of nationalism that promotes a nation's interests above all others, often leading to conflict, expansionism, or militarism.