UNIT # 2
Responsibility of the Youth in Nation-Building
The
text "Responsibility of the Youth in Nation-Building" by Quaid-e-Azam
Muhammad Ali Jinnah revolves around the central theme of nation-building
through responsible citizenship and purposeful education. Addressing young
graduates, Jinnah urges them to recognise the significance of living in a free,
independent state and the responsibilities that come with it. He emphasises the
importance of discipline, unity, and hard work, encouraging youth to move away
from the colonial mentality of seeking only government jobs and instead explore
opportunities in fields such as commerce, industry, law, and technical
education. The speech stresses the need for productive action in a time of
national growth and cautions against contentment, use, and internal threats.
Overall, the message calls on students to use their education not only for
personal gain but also to serve the nation with sincerity, selflessness, and
vision.