The Lahore Resolution, passed on March 23, 1940, was a pivotal moment in the history of the Indian subcontinent. It called for the establishment of independent states for Muslims in the northwestern and eastern zones of India, laying the groundwork for the creation of Pakistan. This resolution was a response to the growing demand for Muslim autonomy and was a significant step towards the eventual partition of India in 1947. It marked a shift in the All-India Muslim League's strategy, emphasizing the need for a separate nation to safeguard the rights and identity of Muslims in the region.