Islam vs Liberalism in South Asia | Dr. Ayesha Jalal

Dr Ayesha Jalal in a conversation with Raza Rumi during ThinkFest 2025 discuss the tension between liberalism and Islam, drawing insights from historical Muslim thinkers like Iqbal, Hali, and Sadequain. She argues that the post-colonial elite in Pakistan has often clung to colonial policies and promoted a conservative view of religion, limiting the evolution of Muslim thought. Through the discussion, Dr. Jalal reflects on how Islam’s intellectual landscape in South Asia has been shaped by historical, political, and social forces.