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Questions about Muslim nationalism in South Asia

Short answers, pulled from the story.

When was Pakistan created out of Muslim majority provinces?

Pakistan was created on the 14th of August 1947 from Muslim majority provinces including Sindh, western Punjab, Balochistan, North West Frontier Province, and eastern Bengal.

Who founded the All India Muslim League in 1906?

Muslim scholars, religious leaders, and politicians founded the All India Muslim League in 1906 to institutionalize Muslim political organization at the national level.

What percentage of India's population is Muslim according to the 2011 Census?

According to the 2011 Census approximately 14.2% of India's population is Muslim making it the third-largest home to Muslims globally.

Which year did East Pakistan become the independent country of Bangladesh?

East Pakistan became the independent country of Bangladesh in 1971 after fighting for independence against western territories.

Who spread ideas about composite nationalism through his text Muttahida Qaumiyat Aur Islam?

Scholar Hussain Ahmad Madani spread these ideas through his text Muttahida Qaumiyat Aur Islam while Deobandi scholars formed Jamiat Ulema-e-Hind opposing partition in 1919.