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Shahabuddin Ahmed

President of Bangladesh (1930–2022)

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Shahabuddin Ahmed was a Bangladeshi jurist and statesman who served as the president of Bangladesh from 1996 to 2001 and as the chief justice of Bangladesh from 1990 to 1995. He previously served as the acting president during 1990–91 when Hussain Muhammad Ershad resigned from the post. He headed a interim government and oversaw a general election in February 1991.

Quick facts

Born
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Place of birth
Kendua Upazila wd
Died
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Place of death
Combined Military Hospital wd
Citizenship
British Raj, Pakistan wd
Occupation
judge, politician, lawyer, jurist wd
Political party
independent politician wd
Education
University of Dhaka wd

Positions held wd

  • President of Bangladesh (9 October 1996 – 14 November 2001)
  • President of Bangladesh (6 December 1990 – 10 October 1991)
  • Chief Justice of Bangladesh (14 January 1990 – 31 January 1995)

Questions

When was Shahabuddin Ahmed born?
Shahabuddin Ahmed was born on 1 February 1930 in Kendua Upazila.
What positions has Shahabuddin Ahmed held?
Positions held by Shahabuddin Ahmed include: President of Bangladesh (1996–2001); President of Bangladesh (1990–1991); Chief Justice of Bangladesh (1990–1995).
Where did Shahabuddin Ahmed study?
Shahabuddin Ahmed was educated at University of Dhaka.

Sources

  1. Wikipedia (English): Shahabuddin Ahmed · CC BY-SA 4.0
  2. Wikidata item Q465481 · CC0 1.0
  3. Image: Shahabuddin Ahmed.jpg by David Scull (Public domain)

Last updated · facts checked 8 November 2026

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