The birth of Pakistan as an historical event varies depending on the lens through which it is viewed and interpreted. In this talk, David Gilmartin will explore the different understandings of Pakistan produced by competing narratives of 20th century world history, whether it is empire and nation, religion and democracy, or environment and development.
This is a South Asia Centre public lecture which is part of the Colony as Empire: Histories from Whitehall series. The event will be followed by a viewing of the exhibition "Journeys to Independence: India, Pakistan and Bangladesh" in LSE Library.
This event is open to all. Seating is on a first-come, first-served basis. Please email southasiacentre@lse.ac.uk if you have any queries.
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