Thompson Rivers University

Dr. Ishtiaq Ahmed’s talk on partition

Dr. Ahmed is an internationally renowned political scientist, historian and author, widely recognized for his extensive research on South Asian politics and history.

His lecture will explore the reasons, aftermath and lasting consequences of the 1947 Partition, drawing on insights from his acclaimed books including The Punjab: Bloodied, Partitioned and Cleansed, Jinnah: His Successes, Failures and Role in History, and Pakistan: The Garrison State.

Event details

Topic: The Partition of the Indian Subcontinent and Its Consequences

Date: Monday, Sept. 8, 2025

First talk: 2:30 – 3:45 p.m. in the International Building room 1020

Second talk: 5 – 7 p.m. in the TRU Students’ Union Lecture Hall

Questions?

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