D. S. Senanayake

1st Prime Minister of Sri Lanka

D. S. Senanayake - 1st Prime Minister of Sri Lanka
Born

1883
142 years ago

Died

March 22nd, 1952
72 years ago — 69 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Sri Lanka

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First Prime Minister of Sri Lanka served from 1947 until death in 1952. Played a crucial role in the country’s transition from British colonial rule to independence. Focused on agricultural reforms and economic development, introducing policies that aimed to modernize the agricultural sector. Established the first constitution for independent Ceylon, paving the way for democratic governance. Advocated for national unity and worked on promoting the Sinhala language.

Led Ceylon to independence in 1948

Established the first constitution in 1947

Introduced significant agricultural reforms

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