The Report of the Hamoodur Rehman Commission of Inquiry into the 1971 War

The Hamoodur Rehman Commission Report on the 1971 War, recently declassified by the Government of Pakistan, goes beyond a mere investigation into the events of 1971 in East Pakistan. Authored by three eminent judges—Mr. Justice Hamoodur Rehman, Mr. Justice Anwarul Haq, and Mr. Justice Tufailali Abdur Rahman—it offers a comprehensive view of Pakistan's history from 1947 to 1958, a period of struggling democracy, and the subsequent martial law eras under Generals Ayub Khan and Yahya Khan.

The Report delves into the strategic shortcomings of the Pakistan army, critically assessing the theory that "the defence of East Pakistan lies in West Pakistan" and revealing the lack of preparedness at the GHQ. It meticulously examines the events leading up to the fall of Dhaka and the surrender of the Pakistan army.

More than a judicial document, it serves as a detailed historical textbook based on evidence presented to the Commission, providing insights and analyses not found in official histories. This Report is an essential addition to any collection on Pakistani history, offering new perspectives on the nation's past and the key figures who shaped it.

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Author: Governmernment of Pakistan

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