A. K. Fazlul Huq
Pakistani politician and lawyer
Born
October 26th, 1873
151 years ago
Died
April 27th, 1962
63 years ago — 88 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Pakistan
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A prominent lawyer and politician from the Bengal region, gained prominence during the pre-partition era. Played a significant role in the Indian independence movement and was a key figure in the establishment of Muslim identity politics. Served as the first Prime Minister of East Bengal and former East Pakistan. Held the position of Minister of the Interior in the Pakistani government. Contributed to the formulation of policies that shaped early governance in Pakistan after partition.
First Prime Minister of East Bengal
Minister of the Interior in Pakistan
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