General Ayub Khan
General Ayub Khan was the first military ruler of Pakistan, who assumed power through a coup in 1958 and served as President until 1969. His era is marked by significant economic development and modernization initiatives, but also by political repression and the establishment of a presidential system that faced criticism for undermining democratic processes.
Born on May 14, 1907 (117 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistan | 2 | 3.00 | 0.07% | +0% | 220,892,331 | 163,745 | $280,000 | 208$ |
| Totals | 2 | 220,892,331 | 163,745 | $280,000 | 208$ |
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Pakistan:
General Ayub Khan's government imposed a ban on Jamaat-e-Islami and arrested its members.
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Pakistan:
General Ayub Khan imposed martial law in October 1958 and became both the Prime Minister and President of Pakistan.
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