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Allowed enquiry and punishment of public officials found guilty of
misconduct.
Aimed to promote integrity in government service.
The first attempted coup in Pakistan’s history.
Planned by Major-General Akbar Khan and supported by some army
officers and left-wing politicians.
Objective: to overthrow Liaquat Ali Khan’s government.
The conspiracy was uncovered and foiled, and the conspirators were
arrested and tried.
Marked the first sign of military interference in Pakistan’s politics.
Advocated peaceful settlement of the Kashmir issue through the
United Nations.
○ A ceasefire was declared in January 1949, and a plebiscite was
promised under UN supervision (though never held).
Signed in New Delhi on April 8, 1950, between Liaquat Ali Khan and
Jawaharlal Nehru.
Also known as the Delhi Pact.
Main points:
○ Refugees were allowed to return safely to dispose of property.
○ Abducted women and looted property were to be returned.
○ Forced religious conversions would not be recognized.
○ Minority rights in both countries were protected.
○ Minority Commissions were set up in both countries to monitor
these provisions.
This pact eased Hindu-Muslim tensions and prevented another war
between India and Pakistan in the early years.
Defined Pakistan’s foreign policy — friendly relations with all, based on
peace, Islam, and cooperation.
Promoted closer ties with the West, especially after his visit to the
United States in May 1951.
○ Strengthened Pakistan’s economic and political relations with the USA.
4. Foreign Policy Achievements
6. Rawalpindi Conspiracy (1951)
5. Relations with India – Liaquat–Nehru Pact (1950)