Pakistan, March 23 -- On March 23, 1940, Muslims approved a historic resolution at Minto Park, Lahore, known as the Pakistan Resolution, for their freedom and self-determination. The aim was to establish a separate homeland for Muslims where they could live freely according to their religious and cultural values.

Several important personalities played a pivotal role in the approval of this resolution, foremost among them being Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah. His leadership and political acumen united the Muslims on a single platform and guided them toward independence.

Allama Iqbal's ideas and poetry were also instrumental in laying the foundation of Pakistan. He made Muslims aware of their distinct nationhood and encouraged them to rec...