In human history, civilizations began with agriculture. Agriculture required flowing freshwater, which could not only be used for cultivation but also provided drinking water for people and animals. Along with the flow of rivers, silt accumulates at the floodplains, which is where human settlements began and new civilizations were established.
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The life of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah and the history of his family
The life of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah and the history of his family, particularly their connections to Sindh and India, is a subject of research and interest. Records sheds light on Jinnah’s roots in Gujarat, India, and specifically the village of Paniali, Gujrat.
Jinnah’s family, particularly his father (Jeenna), was involved in trade and commerce. The land holdings, business activities, and social dynamics of the region provide valuable context about Jinnah’s upbringing and connection to Paniali, a village in Gujarat. Moreover, Jinnah’s father, Jeenna (جيڻا), was linked to the Lohanna community, which had a significant presence in Sindh during its conquest. Many Lohana Hindus, lived in Gujarat, Thhatto, Sindh during that period.
Jinnah’s father was involved in trading goods like leather and fish, transported via sea to Gujarat. This commercial lifestyle deeply influenced Jinnah’s early years, shaping his worldview, language, and education. Additionally, Jinnah’s grandfather, Poonja, was Hindu. Jinnah’s father later migrated to Jhirk, a town in Sindh, with his spiritual guide, Aga Khan, around 1870.
Although there is some debate about the exact birthplace of Jinnah, historical records suggest that his family’s connection to Paniali and Jhirk is significant. Moreover, Paniali is just 80 kilometers away from Poorbandar (پُور بندر), where Mahatma Gandhi was born, highlighting the shared linguistic and cultural roots between the two leaders.
Records suggests that Jinnah’s father was part of the Ismaili Muslim sect, and the Lohannas of Gujarat had embraced Islam. Jinnah himself later converted from the Ismaili sect to Isnaa Ashari Shia sect.
Through these details, it becomes clear that Jinnah’s ancestors were deeply involved in commerce and had strong connections to the Gujarati-speaking region of India. These roots played a major role in shaping Jinnah’s personality, education, and leadership qualities that later defined his role in the partition of India and creation of Pakistan.
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The Goal of Life is Happiness
Epicurus, a Greek philosopher, developed a profound perspective on death and happiness that still resonates today. In his view, the pursuit of happiness is the ultimate goal of life, and one of the primary obstacles to this goal is the fear of death. Here’s an elaboration on his key points:
1. The Goal of Life is Happiness
Epicurus believed that happiness, or ataraxia (a state of tranquility and freedom from pain), is the most desirable state in life. He argued that pleasure—defined not as indulgence in excessive physical desires but as the absence of pain and disturbance—is the key to achieving happiness. True happiness comes from cultivating wisdom, friendship, and self-control, not from external riches or fame.
2. Death is the End of Sensation
Epicurus argued that death is not something to fear because it is simply the cessation of sensation. Since we cannot experience or be conscious of anything after death, it is impossible for it to be painful. As he put it, “Death is nothing to us.” When we are alive, death is not present, and when death comes, we are no longer aware. There is no pain or suffering in death because, at that moment, consciousness ceases.
Continue reading The Goal of Life is HappinessPersonhood Rights of Rivers
The concept of granting legal personhood to rivers, known as “Personhood Rights of Rivers,” involves recognizing rivers as entities with legal rights similar to those of human beings. This movement, gaining momentum globally, has seen various countries pass laws to acknowledge rivers as living beings with rights that should be protected by law, just as human rights are. These laws are inspired by the understanding that rivers, like humans, have an inherent value and are integral to the natural balance of ecosystems.
The framework of personhood rights for rivers draws parallels to the rights of individuals, emphasizing their role in sustaining life and biodiversity. Just as the life of a human is sacred in many religions and cultures, with murder being considered a grave crime, rivers are now being seen as deserving of protection from harm, such as pollution or other disruptive activities.
One significant example of this is the legal recognition of the Magpie River in Quebec, Canada. In 2021, the river was granted legal personhood and nine specific rights, which include:
Budhal Fakir
Bbudhhal Faqir (ٻُڍل فقير), whose real name was Budhhirro Faqir, was a Sindhi Sufi poet, who hailed from the area around Shikarpur. He was born in 1865 in village Bakshi. Bbudhal Faqir had a passion for Sufism and spiritualism since childhood.
Bbudhhal Faqir has an important place in poetry, and his poetry is available in Sindhi-Seraiki languages. His poetry is filled with Sufism, love and spiritual passion. His poetry is also greatly influenced by the folk tales and customs of Sindh, and he had a special love for Sachal sarmast. An important quote in which he expresses his Sufi and spiritual orientation:
“Na mein Sunni, na mein Shia, na mein Muslim,
نا مين سني، نا مين شيعا، نا مين مسلمان,
Ishq asaan da Kaaba Qibla, Ishq da Aali Muqaam!”
عشق اسان ڏا ڪعبا قبله، عشق دا عالي مقام
His poetry is full of deep meanings, in which the color of Sufi mysticism and love prevails.
Controversial Canals on Indus River
The complex issue of water distribution in Pakistan, especially regarding the construction and management of canals, and the political and economic motivations behind such projects. Let’s break down the key points and address the concerns raised in the context of water resources and the Cholistan Canal.
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