### Assalamu Alaikum Everyone! I hope you are all doing well and enjoying your health with the blessings of Allah. I'm thankful to @abdullahw2 who organized this contest of this occasion. **Let's Start** > What is the date of Independence Day in your country and from whom your country took independence? Pakistanis celebrate their Independence Day on August 14 every year because on that day the Indian sub-continent was divided into two separate states from the British empire 1947. Which are called Pakistan and India. ![pakistan-independence-day-celebration-card_1057-576.jpg](https://cdn.steemitimages.com/DQmVDGMPbb6a9E1XkAzmwgr5DqLJeJk2T4HaDJAWhqyxdSz/pakistan-independence-day-celebration-card_1057-576.jpg) [Freepik](https://www.freepik.com/free-vector/pakistan-independence-day-celebration-card_849008.htm#fromView=search&page=1&position=34&uuid=06af0d2e-4209-4584-a270-90e79f504e42) This day remembers us the creation of Pakistan, as a separate nation. Which leads Qaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah and other leaders of Muslim League. It is a day of national unity and pride, celebrated with flag hoisting ceremonies and various cultural events across the country. ****** > Who is a prominent national figure associated with your country's independence, and why are they important? Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jannah, also known as the founder of Pakistan. Who led the movement to give freedom to Muslims and demanded a separate state. ![image.png](https://cdn.steemitimages.com/DQmWvoV84WPpj4bU5YMvsVS6SqqQGiL6bJBzH5B8x9Pvv9u/image.png) [Freepik](https://www.freepik.com/free-vector/hand-drawn-quaid-e-azam-day-illustration_34286796.htm) Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jannah played a key role in strengthening the movement, which can never be forgotten, because they resisted in the process of making Pakistan. Other important leaders also played an important role in supporting, Jinnah worked tirelessly to ensure that Muslims were a distinct nation with their own values and beliefs by which they could live their lives. Due to his efforts, Pakistan was established on August 14, 1947. Jinnah proposed a separate view of two nations for the concept of a Muslim state and succeeded in uniting the people, which is why he is so important in the history of Pakistan. He is often called the "Father of the Nation" and is highly respected for his contribution to the country's independence. > Do the people of your country perform any special activities on your country's independence day? Tell us about them. Yes, pakistani people celebrate Independence Day with great enthusiasm. They participate in special activities. Independence day in pakistan is celebrated August 14, the day of pakistan pride. ![patriot-1019878_1920.jpg](https://cdn.steemitimages.com/DQmc8YeytAd5p1uoshfdh85WgAvuNQuKxLpDpamEfwZFU29/patriot-1019878_1920.jpg) Image by Peggy und Marco Lachmann-Anke from Pixabay Here are some special activities that people do in pakistan on this day: - **Flag Waving**: The national flag is hoisted by government early in the morning. The ceremony hoisted in Islamabad, the capital of Pakistan, where the president or prime minister makes a flag hoisting and speeches. - **Decorations**: People decorate their houses, streets and buildings with the green and white colors that reflects pakistani flag. Many people also hang small flags and banners to express their love for their country. - **Parades and Ceremonies**: Parades take place in major cities and borders, attended by soldiers and school children. These parades often include music, marching bands and displays of military equipment. - **Speeches and National Anthem**: On TV we can hear speeches of leaders and patriotic songs reminding people of the freedom struggle. Many people are seen listening and singing these songs at home or in gatherings. - **Cultural Programmes**: Programs are organized in schools, colleges and cultural organizations, which reflect the culture and history of Pakistan. - **Fireworks**: In the evening, cities often have fireworks displays, lighting up the sky in celebration. - **Wearing National Colour**: Children wear clothes in the colors of the Pakistani flag, green and white that shows their patriotism. These activities bring people together and remind them the past history and importance of freedom. Independence Day is a time of pride and joy for every Pakistani. > Why do you think independence is compulsory for a nation or country? Independence is very important matter for a nation because it means the country can take decision and make its own choices. When a nation is independent, it can decide what is best for its people. ![fashion-2621564_1280.jpg](https://cdn.steemitimages.com/DQmXaN6EGZPXgk6Jz4khBff6Ddy3TGskZSgj7TP5xNefgfo/fashion-2621564_1280.jpg) Image by Awais Mughal from Pixabay This means creating its own rules, using its own resources, and planning its own future based on what the people need and want. Being independent also helps the people in the country feel proud and united. They know they are in control of their own laws and their country's destiny. Without independence, another country might tell them what to do, and those decisions might not always be good for them. Independence lets a country stand on its own and take care of its own people. ##### I would like to invite @mrrashed, @walictd, & @mhizta to participate in this contest. ###### Sincerely yours: @amjadsharif