Iqbal not only conceived
of a self-governing Muslim state,
his passionate voice awakened
and activated Indian Muslims,
motivating them not only
to strive to free themselves
from the bondage of
imperialism and colonialism,
but also to challenge
other forms of totalitarian control.
Believing fervently in human equality
and the right of human beings to dignity,
justice and freedom,
Iqbal empowered the dis-empowered
to stand up and be counted.
Imran Khan
