Unravel the complex formation of national belonging in post-Partition Pakistan. This insightful work meticulously explores the challenging task of forging a distinct Muslim identity and political tradition after the 1947 Partition of India. Ali Usman Qasmi examines the arduous journey of drafting Pakistan’s constitution and the invention of state rituals, offering a nuanced portrait of Muslim history and the multifaceted path to citizenship. Essential reading for understanding the Indian subcontinent’s modern political landscape and nation-building processes.