Islam and Peace
Religion and Politics
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The only practicable course to follow in this matter
is to acknowledge the reality. Besides this, there is
almost no other choice. Now the time has come for
a true patriot ultimately to change himself in the
interests of his country. Accepting his limitations,
he should mould himself in accordance with the
reality rather than waste time pursuing the
unattainable goal of a reality moulded to suit his
own purposes.
Having given due consideration to all aspects of
this issue, I have come to the conclusion that
without going into the ideological discussion of
what is right and what is wrong, all the concerned
parties should come to agree in this matter on a
practicable formula in the wider interests of the
country.
What is most important in this connection is to set
the election process in motion without any
hindrance. Elections should be free and fair.
Whichever group is subsequently elected to power
should be given full freedom to complete its term.
During this period, the defeated group should
never launch a campaign to oust the victor group. It
