Independence Day of Pakistan

14th August, is our INDEPENDENCE DAY and it means a day when we had got freedom not only from
our
ruthless rulers but freedom from humiliation. At this day we got our own identity and our own valves.
Pakistan came into being in 1947 as a sovereign state. 14th August is a day when, efforts of our national
heroes are appreciated and celebrated and a day when we get our name and respect. Being Muslims we
have our own values, traditions and religion. We Muslims celebrate this day with complete satisfaction
and pleasure of being in a separate region where we enjoy freedom of living in every way. Pakistan is a
democratic parliamentary federal Islamic republic state. Pakistan has its four provinces, Punjab, Sindh,
Baluchistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The day is a national holiday in Pakistan and is celebrated all over
the country with flag raising ceremonies, tributes to the national heroes and fireworks taking place in
the capital, Islamabad. President and prime minister delivers speeches and in the speech, the leaders
highlight the achievements of the government, goals set for the future and in the words of the father of
the nation, Quaid-i-Azam, bring "Unity, Faith and Discipline" to its people. Day starts with flag raising
ceremonies in the Capital city Islamabad and so in all major cities in Pakistan. March parade and
exchange of guards ceremonies takes place on the Quaid-i-Azams mausoleum. People of Pakistan, on
this national holiday visit national monuments like MINAR-e-PAKISTAN which fully lit to commemorate
the independence of Pakistan from the British Empire. At WAHGA-BORDER flag raising ceremonies takes
place while everybody stands quiet and motionless in the honor of "NATIONAL ANTHEM" after that,
military parade gets stars. Names of people like Muhammad Ali Jinnah, Allama Muhammad Iqbal and Sir
Syed Ahmad Khan are always written in golden words in the history of Pakistan. Muhammad Ali Jinnah
also known as Quaid-e-Azam is the real founder of Pakistan. Allama Iqbal, with his enthusiastic poetry,
motivated Muslims to think and earn their own nationality and name in the world. Sir Syed Ahmad Khan,
brought Muslim nation forward and made schools and colleges for Muslims so that they may come to
know how to fulfill the latest demands of the advance age. People gave sacrifices of their lives for
independence because they could not follow Islam independently and could not perform their religious
duties properly in sub continent. They were punished or disturbed when they perform their religious
duties. It offended Muslims but as they were weak nation, they could not do anything. Pakistan came
into being after the sacrifices of countless lives. Many of our ancestors lost their lives only for the
freedom of their imminent generations, for the sake of independent land where all the Muslims can
offer their religious duties with their own wish and freedom. As citizens of free Pakistan, we must reflect
on the values and principles which were in the minds and hearts of those who fought and sacrificed for
our freedom. They portrayed inspiration from the values nurtured in the country through ages. Now we
are living as an independent nation, which is enjoying all the beauties, charismas of their own homeland.
Being an independent and self-respective nation, its our duty to serve our country with our best. We
should work whole heartedly and with complete devotion for the development of our beloved
homeland, we should not forget the sacrifices of our ancestors and national leaders whole made this
land happen as an unrestricted territory for us to live. Its the time to work with that passion which was
in the bloods of our national heroes who fought for our freedom; its the time for the strong
commitment with us for the betterment of our holy land. We should not compromise on our integrity
and would not let our freedom and integrity being used by other dominant powers in the world. At this
independent day let we rethink about our plans, our actions and their outcomes. We all should pray at
this day of best for our pious land and promise ourselves that we would not let any harm on it and will
work for its defense till the day of our last breath. God bless our sacred land, God bless our Pakistan!
Ameen. Happy Independence Day - See more at: http://www.ilmkidunya.com/articles/14-august-
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Pakistans Independence Day, which is annually held on August 14, celebrates the countrys
independence from the British rule on that date in 1947. This day is an occasion to promote patriotism
and national unity.
Many people dress in or use the colors green and white, which are Pakistans official colors, during
Pakistan's Independence Day.
What Do People Do?
People all over Pakistan celebrate Independence Day with patriotic zest. Many people who attend the
Independence Day parades dress up in green and white, which are the Pakistani flags colors. People
visit national monuments and places of national significance to celebrate Independence Day. This is also
a time to meet relatives, exchange gifts and visit recreational spots.
Pakistans national flag is hoisted on public, private buildings, residences and monuments at dawn.
Official buildings, including Parliament House, are decorated and colorfully lit. The prime minister and
president address and congratulate the nation and talk about the days significance. Streets and houses
are decorated with candles, oil lamps and pennants. Firework shows are put together on the eve of
Independence Day.
Pakistans Independence Day also pays homage to people who devoted their lives for Pakistans
freedom movement and made sacrifices to attain Pakistans independence. A change of guard takes
place at national monuments, including the mausoleums of Muhammad Iqbal, who was a poet,
philosopher, and politician, and Muhammad Ali Jinnah, who is considered by many as Pakistans founder
and Quaid-i-Azam (supreme leader).
Events held during the day include special theatre shows, national song competitions, concerts, and
Independence Day pageants. Radio and television stations broadcast national songs and specially
prepared Independence Day programs.
Public Life
Independence Day is an official holiday in Pakistan on August 14. All governmental, non-governmental
offices, organizations, educational institutions, post offices, and major markets are closed.
Public transport remains unavailable on all major routes. Traffic congestion is common due to
Independence Day parades.
Background
The Indo-Pak subcontinent remained a British colony from 18491947. The subcontinents inhabitants
did not approve of the British rule in united India. An uprising that occurred in 1857 eventually formed
the shape of a freedom movement, which exemplifies the efforts of the people of British India in gaining
their independence.
Muslims ruled the subcontinent before the British incursion and suffered due to the 1857 uprising
against the British East India Company. Leaders such as Sir Syed Ahmed Khan and Syed Ameer Ali
worked diligently for the Muslim peoples political advancement.
The Indian National Congress was formed in 1885, which later on became British Indias largest political
party. Major Muslim political leaders, including Muhammad Ali Jinnah, were members of the Indian
National Congress and worked towards Hindu-Muslim unity and Indias independence.
The All India Muslim League was founded on December 30, 1906. There was growing demand for an
independent Muslim state in India. In 1930 Muhammad Iqbal presented the idea of a separate Muslim
state that would geographically consist of the Muslim majority areas in the subcontinent. The word
Pakistan is a conjunction of two words Pak meaning Pure and Stan meaning Land, a name coined by
Choudhary Rahmat Ali.
Strong Hindu nationalism gave birth to the Two Nation Theory, an ideology that is accredited as being
the basis for Pakistans creation. In 1940 the Pakistan Resolution was passed in Lahore demanding
greater Muslim autonomy in British India.
After World War II, it was expected that the British colonies would soon disintegrate. The Pakistan
Movement, spearheaded by Muhammad Ali Jinnah, resulted in creating a Muslim state. Pakistan gained
independence from the British rule on August 14, 1947. At its birth, Pakistan had two parts commonly
referred to as East and West Pakistan. In 1971 East Pakistan parted from West Pakistan and became
Bangladesh.
Symbols
Green and white are Pakistans official colors. White represents peace while green symbolizes prosperity
and good fortune.
Independence Day Observances
Note: During a public holiday, government offices and most businesses are closed so people have a day
off work.

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