Iskander Mirza

ModernPoliticianPakistan1899 — 1969

Last governor-general, first president of Pakistan.

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Quick Facts

Born

1899

Died

1969

Country

Pakistan

Era

Modern

Occupation

Politician

Score Overview

Military (10%)50

Political (20%)39

Influence (20%)51

Legacy (20%)42

Leadership (15%)59

Strategy (15%)60

Total Score48.9

Iskander Mirza — Complete Timeline

1956 AD

Appointment as First President of PakistanPolitical Action◆ Major

Iskander Mirza became the first President of Pakistan on March 23, 1956, when the country adopted its first constitution. He had previously served as the last Governor-General. His presidency was marked by political instability and factional infighting.

PresidencyConstitutionPakistan

Impact: national

1958 AD

Imposition of Martial LawPolitical Action

On October 7, 1958, Iskander Mirza abrogated the constitution, dissolved the government, and imposed martial law, appointing General Ayub Khan as Chief Martial Law Administrator. This ended Pakistan's first parliamentary experiment.

Martial LawCoupPakistan

Impact: nationaldestructive

Exile After CoupPolitical Action◆ Major

Within weeks of imposing martial law, Iskander Mirza was forced into exile by Ayub Khan on October 27, 1958. Ayub Khan took over as President, and Mirza lived the rest of his life in London, never returning to Pakistan.

ExileCoupAyub Khan

Impact: nationaltragic