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Mohammad Abdul Hamid

आब्दुल हामिद

President of Bangladesh in 2013-2023

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Mohammad Abdul Hamid is a Bangladeshi retired politician and lawyer who served as president of Bangladesh from 2013 to 2023, making him the longest-serving president in the country's history. Born in the Haor-prone area of Kishoreganj and a political career spanning more than six decades, he was a lifelong affiliate of the Awami League, and was elected a member of parliament (MP) in Pakistan and independent Bangladesh for seven terms. He previously served as the speaker of the Jatiya Sangsad in 2001 and from 2009 to 2013, deputy speaker from 1996 to 2001, and deputy leader of the opposition from 2001 to 2006.

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Born
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Place of birth
Dhaka wd
Citizenship
Bangladesh, Pakistan wd
Occupation
politician wd
Political party
Bangladesh Awami League wd
Education
University of Dhaka, Government Gurudayal College wd
Spouse
Rashida Hamid wd

Positions held wd

  • President of Bangladesh (14 March 2013 – 24 April 2023)
  • Member of the Parliament of Bangladesh

Awards wd

  • Independence Award

Questions

When was Mohammad Abdul Hamid born?
Mohammad Abdul Hamid was born on 1 January 1944 in Dhaka.
What positions has Mohammad Abdul Hamid held?
Positions held by Mohammad Abdul Hamid include: President of Bangladesh (2013–2023); Member of the Parliament of Bangladesh.
Where did Mohammad Abdul Hamid study?
Mohammad Abdul Hamid was educated at University of Dhaka, Government Gurudayal College.

Sources

  1. Wikipedia (English): Mohammad Abdul Hamid · CC BY-SA 4.0
  2. Wikipedia (Nepali): आब्दुल हामिद · CC BY-SA 4.0
  3. Wikidata item Q3246667 · CC0 1.0
  4. Image: Abdul Hamid - 2014 (cropped).jpg by Prime Minister's Office (GODL-India)

Last updated · facts checked 8 November 2026

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