Refugees and the Politics of the Everyday State in Pakistan: Resettlement in Punjab, 1947-1962

This book offers a detailed analysis of the resettlement and rehabilitation of Partition refugees in Pakistani Punjab from 1947 to 1962. Focusing on the middle and upper-middle class of Punjabi refugees, it challenges traditional views by providing a nuanced understanding of their experiences. The author explores the complex dynamics of local bureaucracy, rehabilitation policies, and the practicalities of state governance through a thorough examination of historical documents and personal narratives. This study provides a fresh perspective on early Pakistani history and is essential reading for scholars of refugee resettlement, South Asian history, and politics.

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Author: Elisabetta Iob

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