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You are free; you are free to go to your temples, you are free to go to your mosques or to any other place or worship in this State of Pakistan. You may belong to any religion or caste or creed - that has nothing to do with the business of the State.
Muhammad Ali Jinnah
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What this quote means

This quote emphasizes the importance of freedom of religion and belief, distinct from state affairs.

Muhammad Ali Jinnah, the founder of Pakistan, articulates the fundamental principle of religious freedom as a right of the citizens, highlighting that one's faith or beliefs should not interfere with the governance of the state. By affirming that individuals are free to practice their religion without state interference, he promotes the idea of pluralism and respect for diversity in beliefs, which is essential for a harmonious society.

Themes

FreedomReligionPluralismStateBelief

In practice

Example use cases

Citing this quote during a speech on human rights.

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