lp they would have to show effort to reach a compromise with him. Now, Jinnah and Gandhi began to negotiate.The Muslims wanted to have their own separate nation and not just a separation from any existing union (Qureshi 216). The Muslims wanted there to longer be any connection between their new nation of Pakistan and India. Gandhi was unable to accept this offer because he didnt want the Muslims of India to be a distinct nation from the rest of the Indians. It became obvious that the two leaders would be unable to reach a solution so the talks were called off (Qureshi 217). When the idea of partition was given up on, the two sides began to revolt. The Hindus and Muslims started riots against one another which resulted in many murders across the subcontinent. When it became realized that there was a need for an agreement, His Majestys Government sent down to India ,Lord Mountbatten, the new Viceroy. He formulated negotiations between the two sides and a plan was made to partition the subcontinent and hand the power over to two successor states on August 15, 1947 (5). Once Pakistan was finally formed, Mohammad Ali Jinnah was recognized for his contributions by being nominated by the Muslim League as the Governor-General of Pakistan. Many say that the Muslims were very fortunate to have Jinnah during their difficult struggle for Pakistan. It is true that the destinies of nations are molded by their innermost urges and their determination to achieve their purpose, but if they fail to produce a leader of the necessary ability and stature at the crucial moment, their urges may be frustrated and their determination may prove of little avail (Qureshi 306). Mohammad Ali Jinnah was that leader that helped the Muslims form their own nation and grant them with the rights that they truly deserved....
