No, Muhammad Ali Jinnah did not marry a Parsi. He was married to Rattanbai Petit, who was a member of the Parsi community but converted to Islam before their marriage.
Rattanbai Petit and Jinnah's Marriage:
- Rattanbai Petit was born into a wealthy Parsi family in Bombay (now Mumbai).
- She converted to Islam and adopted the name Maryam Jinnah before marrying Jinnah in 1918.
- The couple had one daughter, Dina Wadia, who remained a practicing Zoroastrian.
Jinnah's Family Background:
- Jinnah was born into a Khoja Muslim family in Karachi.
- His father, Jinnahbhai Poonja, was a successful merchant.
- Jinnah's family had a strong connection to the Parsi community in Karachi.
Conclusion:
While Rattanbai Petit was originally a Parsi, she converted to Islam before marrying Jinnah. Therefore, Jinnah did not marry a Parsi.
