In the early phase of his political career, Sir Syed Ahmad Khan strongly advocated for Hindu-Muslim unity to ensure cooperation and peace under British rule.
He believed both communities could work together for the progress of India before later emphasizing Muslim identity separately.
Pakistan and Iran were members of RCD (Regional Cooperation for Development) formed in 1964, and later ECO (Economic Cooperation Organization), which succeeded RCD in 1985.
Both are also members of D-8 (Developing-8), an organization for development cooperation among 8 Muslim-majority countries.
The people of Balochistan joined Pakistan through the decision of the Municipal Committee and the Shahi Jirga, which were both involved in the political process.
Balochistan got the status of a province: on 1 July 1970.
Balochistan was given the status of a province during the era of Yahya Khan.
The Hindi-Urdu controversy of 1867 significantly changed Sir Syed Ahmed Khan's viewpoint on Indian nationhood.
This controversy highlighted the growing divide between Hindus and Muslims.
It influencing Sir Syed to focus on promoting education and social reforms among Muslims, leading to his support for a separate identity for Muslims in India.
