Pakistan, June 13 -- The reference to the "Two-Nation Theory" in a recent speech delivered by the Field Marshal General Syed Asim Munir has reignited debate on the subject. Nearly eight decades after the creation of Pakistan, the nation has yet to transcend the Two-Nation Theory, which continues to serve as a recurring theme, and a source of controversy and division, within Pakistani society. In contrast, India, Pakistan's twin and Bangladesh its sister state have moved beyond ideological debates, anchoring their polities in clear constitutional frameworks. These foundations, aligned with evolving global norms, have enabled both nations to progress and compete internationally.

Before examining the concept of the Two-Nation Theory and the...