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Abu Sadat Mohammad Sayem

President of Bangladesh (1916–1997)

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Mirza Abu Sadat Mohammad Sayem was a Bangladeshi jurist and statesman. He was the chief justice of Bangladesh from 1972 to 1975. He became the president of Bangladesh in the aftermath of counter-coups in November 1975. He held the post of Chief Martial Law Administrator (CMLA). Sayem presided over a cabinet headed by the three chiefs of the armed forces. The cabinet included civilian technocrats and politicians. Sayem resigned on grounds of ill health in April 1977 and was replaced by Ziaur Rahman.

Quick facts

Born
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Place of birth
Rangpur wd
Died
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Place of death
Dhaka wd
Citizenship
Bangladesh, British Raj wd
Occupation
judge, politician wd
Political party
Bangladesh Awami League wd
Education
Presidency University, University of Calcutta wd

Positions held wd

  • President of Bangladesh (6 November 1975 – 21 April 1977)
  • Chief Justice of Bangladesh (16 December 1972 – 5 November 1975)

Questions

When was Abu Sadat Mohammad Sayem born?
Abu Sadat Mohammad Sayem was born on 26 March 1916 in Rangpur.
What positions has Abu Sadat Mohammad Sayem held?
Positions held by Abu Sadat Mohammad Sayem include: President of Bangladesh (1975–1977); Chief Justice of Bangladesh (1972–1975).
Where did Abu Sadat Mohammad Sayem study?
Abu Sadat Mohammad Sayem was educated at Presidency University, University of Calcutta.

Sources

  1. Wikipedia (English): Abu Sadat Mohammad Sayem · CC BY-SA 4.0
  2. Wikidata item Q2641682 · CC0 1.0

Last updated · facts checked 8 November 2026

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