1916 Gujarati interview reveals Jinnahs attributes

Pakistans founder Muhammad Ali Jinnah followed the principle of never be depressed according to an interview he gave to a Gujarati journal way back in May 1916.

Washington, Aug 16 : Pakistan's founder Muhammad Ali Jinnah followed the principle of "never be depressed" according to an interview he gave to a Gujarati journal way back in May 1916.

In the interview given in Gujarati, which was made available to the Daily Times from the back files of literary journal Visami Sadi (the 20th Century), when asked what qualities a man should be admired for, Jinnah said "Independence".

And about a woman, he said, "Taking care of the elderly".

He termed "to be admired and loved by people," as true success in life.

His favourite pastime was horse-riding, while among the flowers he admired lilly.

Shakespeare was Jinnah's preferred writer and his favourite book was 'The Count of Monte Cristo' by Alexander Dumas.

The journal also features a picture of Rutti Jinnah, taken a year after their marriage.

He signed his name 'Mahmad Ali Jhina'.

ANI