Pakistan history

The history of Pakistan begins with the Indus Valley Civilization, which thrived in the region from around 2500 BCE onward. Later on, the area was ruled by various empires and dynasties, including the Maurya Empire, the Gupta Empire, and the Mughal Empire.

In 1857, the British East India Company took control of the region and established British rule, which lasted until 1947. During this time, the region known as "India" was split into Muslim-majority Pakistan and Hindu-majority India, leading to massive communal violence and the displacement of millions of people.

Pakistan initially consisted of two territories, East Pakistan (now Bangladesh) and West Pakistan (which included what is now modern-day Pakistan). However, political and economic tensions between East and West Pakistan led to the secession of East Pakistan in 1971.

Since then, Pakistan has experienced numerous political upheavals and military coups, as well as ongoing conflict with India over the disputed region of Kashmir. The country has also faced significant challenges related to poverty, corruption, terrorism, and sectarianism.

Despite these challenges, Pakistan has made significant strides in recent years, including strengthening its democratic institutions and improving its economic growth.