According to the 1941 Census of India, Hindus constituted 14.6% of the population in the region that became West Pakistan. After partition, that number fell off a cliff.
Report Flags How Pakistan's Hindu Population Fell From 14.6% To Under 2%
A historical report reveals a massive decline in Pakistan's Hindu population over the decades. According to the 1941 Census of India, Hindus made up 14.6% of the population in the region that later became West Pakistan. Following the 1947 partition, that figure dropped sharply to under 2%, highlighting a major demographic shift.
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What happened
Data from the 1941 Census shows that Hindus made up 14.6% of West Pakistan's population before partition, a number that has since fallen to under 2%.
Why it matters
This historical demographic decline highlights the severe religious persecution and displacement faced by minorities in our neighboring country, which often resonates deeply with historical memory and refugee concerns in India.
Impact
It will likely trigger renewed political debates in India regarding citizenship laws, minority protection, and bilateral diplomatic discussions.
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