Ayesha Jalal
Ayesha Jalal is a Pakistani-American historian and professor at Tufts University, specializing in South Asian history and politics.
Her work focuses on the military-industrial complex, post-colonial politics, and Muslim identity in the region.
Jalal is known for challenging conventional narratives about the partition of India and Pakistan, arguing it was more a human tragedy than a political necessity.
Her research on Muhammad Ali Jinnah suggests he was a pragmatist seeking greater rights for Muslims rather than advocating for a separate state.
Jalal's contributions to the field have earned her recognition as a leading scholar on Pakistan's history and politics.
