Alliances and Aspirations: The Muslim League's Engagement in the Khilafat Movement

Abstract

The Khilafat Movement, a significant chapter in India's struggle for independence, witnessed the active involvement of the All India Muslim League. This article delves into the multifaceted engagement of the League during this period, exploring its alliances, aspirations, and the impact on the broader political landscape of colonial India. Through a comprehensive analysis, the article sheds light on the strategic maneuvers and ideological underpinnings that characterized the League's role in the Khilafat Movement. It examines the League's efforts to forge solidarity with other nationalist forces, its articulation of Muslim grievances, and the pursuit of its own political objectives within the context of the larger anti-colonial struggle. By unraveling the intricacies of the League's engagement in the Khilafat Movement, this article aims to provide deeper insights into the dynamics of Indian nationalism and the complexities of religious identity in pre-independence India