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Pakistan from British rule. She was the younger sister of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali
Jinnah, the founder of Pakistan, and played an active role in the Pakistan Movement.
Fatima Jinnah initially pursued a career in dentistry but later became involved in the All
India Muslim League, the political party founded by her brother in 1906. She actively
campaigned for the rights of Muslims and for the creation of a separate homeland for
them in the Indian subcontinent.
After the partition of India in 1947, Fatima Jinnah became a prominent figure in
Pakistani politics. She campaigned for the rights of women and played an important role
in the development of the country's education and health sectors.
In 1964, Fatima Jinnah ran for President of Pakistan against the incumbent military ruler,
General Ayub Khan. Despite facing many obstacles, including government interference
and intimidation, she ran a spirited campaign and galvanized the Pakistani people.
Although she ultimately lost the election, her campaign was a turning point in the
history of Pakistan and paved the way for future democratic movements.