Quaid-e-Azam Mohammad Ali Jinnah served as the first Governor General of Pakistan for 13 months after independence in 1947. During this short period, he tackled numerous challenges facing the new nation like refugee resettlement, constitutional issues, and financial problems. He established key foundations of government including the capital in Karachi, civil service structures, foreign relations, and an education policy focused on science and technology. Quaid-e-Azam worked tirelessly for Pakistan's development even as his health declined, demonstrating his strong leadership and commitment to the new country.