Definition of Ideology

DEFINITION OF IDEOLOGY
Science of ideas, visionary speculations, manner of thinking ,characteristic of a class or

individual, ideas on the basis of some economic, social or political theory or system is called
Ideology. It contains those ideals, which a nation strives to accomplish in order to bring stability
to its nationhood. Defining ideology ,George Lewis says:
"Ideology is a plan or program which is based upon philosophy".
IDEOLOGY OF PAKISTAN
Pakistan is an Ideological state and the ideology of Pakistan is an Islamic ideology. Its basic
principle being:
"The only sovereign is Allah".
Islam acted as a nation building force before the establishment of Pakistan.Ideology of Pakistan
basically means that Pakistan should be a state where the Muslims should have an opportunity
to live according to the faith and creed based on the Islamic principles.They should have all the
resources at the disposal to enhence Islamic culture and civilization.Quid-e-Azam once said:
"Pakistan was created the day the first Indian national entered the field of Islam".
From the above statement ,it is clear that Ideology of Pakistan is an Islamic one.
TWO NATION CONCEPT

The fundamental concept of Ideology is that Muslims should get a separate identity.They should
have a separate state where they could live according to Islamic rules and principles ,profess
their religion freely and safeguard Islamic tradition .On one occation Quid-e-Azam said:
"The Muslims demand Pakistan where they can rule in accordance with their own system of
life ,their cultural development ,their traditions and Islamic laws."
Thus,this fundamental concept of Ideology led to the concept of two nations in the Sub
Continent and resulted in the formation of Pakistan.
FACTORS CREATING THE IDEA OF A SEPARATE HOMELAND

Ideology of Pakistan was created when Muslims of Indo-Pak Sub Continent developed a
specific atitude of mind that they are different from Hindus.This was due to the injstices done to
the Muslims by British and Hindus.Some of these are:
1.Anti Muslim Campaign

The Hindus and British joined hands to destroy the faith,belief,costoms and national importance
of Muslims because Muslims rebillion was creating much problem for both.
2.Inacceptance of British Rule

Muslims had been ruling the Sub Continent for ages.Therefore,they could not resist any power
over them,When Britsh came to rule the Sub Continent ,Muslims were the only nation who
opposed them.Thus,in order to gain power,British had to crush the Muslims collectivity.
3.Hindus Betrayed Muslims

In the beginning ,Hindus appeaared to be on Muslim's side,but later on their hostility was
exposed as they opposed various steps taken by British Government which purely benefited for
Muslims.
4.Refusal of Muslim identity

British wanted to implement parliamentary system in Sub Continent in which the majority was
the power and authority.Due to Hindu majority it was probablethat if British left India undivided,it
would fall under the Hindus rule.Further more ,Hindus did not accept the separate identity of
Muslims and thus,there were no chances of freedom even after the British rule.
5.War of 1857
In 1857,Muslims and Hindus tried to expel the British out of India but failed .Later due to Hindu
conspiracies,Muslims were held responsible for it and hence were crushed further by Britishers.
6.Sir Syed's Idea

Sir Syed for the first time put down the idea that Muslims are a separate nation.He convinced
Muslims to unite themselves in order to have a separate social and political identity.
BASIC POINTS OF IDEOLOGY OF PAKISTAN
1.Muslims are different Hindus in every aspects,their culture ,civilization,customs and religion all
are entirely different.
2.The Muslims need a free state for protection of their separate where they can live in
accordance with their faith,belief and follow the Islamic codes.
IMPORTANCE OF IDEOLOGY IN NATIONAL LIFE
Ideology is a motivating force for a nation,which is striving hard to bring stability and
homogeneity to its nation hood.Its provide the binding force to the scattered groups in a
societyand bring them close to each other on a common platform.Ideologies impel their
adherence to follow a joint linked action for the accomplishment of their goal.Ideologies give
shape to the revolutions and create new cultures and civilizations.They stress on their
adherents to insist on the realization of their ideal throught total transfo

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DEFINITION OF IDEOLOGY

Science of ideas, visionary speculations, manner of thinking ,characteristic of a class or

TWO NATION CONCEPT

FACTORS CREATING THE IDEA OF A SEPARATE HOMELAND

1.Anti Muslim Campaign

2.Inacceptance of British Rule

3.Hindus Betrayed Muslims

4.Refusal of Muslim identity

6.Sir Syed's Idea

BASIC POINTS OF IDEOLOGY OF PAKISTAN

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