Sheikh Mujibur Rahman
Sheikh Mujibur Rahman (1920-1975) was a prominent Bangladeshi politician and the founding leader of Bangladesh. He served as the country's first Prime Minister and later as its President. Known as 'Bangabandhu' or 'Friend of Bengal', Rahman played a crucial role in the country's struggle for independence from Pakistan in 1971. His legacy is deeply ingrained in Bangladeshi nationalism, and his historic residence in Dhanmondi 32 is considered a symbol of the nation's fight for freedom.
Born on Mar 17, 1920 (105 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladesh | 4 | 8.00 | 0.48% | +20% | 164,689,383 | 945,585 | $350,000 | 2,010$ |
| Norway | 2 | 8.00 | 0.19% | +0% | 5,421,241 | 10,095 | $403,000 | 750$ |
| India | 1 | 7.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 1,380,004,385 | 1,250,004 | $2,900,000 | 2,627$ |
| Pakistan | 1 | 5.00 | 0.10% | +0% | 220,892,331 | 216,987 | $280,000 | 275$ |
| Australia | 1 | 7.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 25,499,884 | 23,014 | $1,380,000 | 1,245$ |
| Totals | 9 | 1,796,507,224 | 2,445,685 | $5,313,000 | 6,907$ |
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Recent Mentions
Bangladesh:
The current 500 taka note features the portrait of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman.
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Bangladesh:
Sheikh Mujibur Rahman delivered a historic speech on March 7, 1971, calling for the struggle for freedom.
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Australia:
Sheikh Mujibur Rahman is remembered as the founding president of Bangladesh and the father of Sheikh Hasina.
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Bangladesh:
Sheikh Mujibur Rahman was assassinated in 1975, leading to a significant impact on his daughter Sheikh Hasina's life and political career.
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Bangladesh:
Sheikh Mujibur Rahman is the founder of Bangladesh and his house was targeted by protesters during a recent demonstration.
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Norway:
Sheikh Mujibur Rahman led Bangladesh from 1972 until he was assassinated in 1975.
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India:
Sheikh Mujibur Rahman is revered as Bangladesh’s founding father and served as the country’s first president and later prime minister.
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Pakistan:
Protests occurred outside the home of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman following the court's decision.
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Norway:
Sheikh Mujibur Rahman led the country from 1972 until he was killed in 1975.
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United Kingdom:
Sheikh Mujibur Rahman is known as Bangladesh's 'Father of the Nation' who led the country's independence from Pakistan in 1971.
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