In 1940, the decision was reached to create a separate state and nation for India's Muslim population. The Kashmir question remains the unresolved legacy of the 1947 partition of India, and the principal obstacle to peace in South Asia. Pakistan's first decade 1948-1958, witnessed the crumbling of its founding father Jinnah's vision of democracy. This documentary traces the establishment of Pakistan, and looks at the history of Pakistan and her many military rulers. It uncovers five major fault lines in Pakistan's body politic, and evaluates the status of the military; militant Islamic groups; democratic forces; and the relationship with the United States, India, and with Pakistan's Muslim neighbours

Running Time: 55 mins

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