Kriangsak Chamanan

ModernGeneralThailand1917 — 2003

Thai PM who guided transition to democracy.

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Quick Facts

Born

1917

Died

2003

Country

Thailand

Era

Modern

Occupation

General

Score Overview

Military (10%)26

Political (20%)72

Influence (20%)55

Legacy (20%)47

Leadership (15%)70

Strategy (15%)30

Total Score52.3

Kriangsak Chamanan — Complete Timeline

1977 AD

Became Prime Minister of ThailandPolitical Action◆ Major

General Kriangsak Chamanan was appointed Prime Minister after a military coup ousted the civilian government. He led a transitional administration that restored parliamentary democracy and held elections in 1979.

Prime MinisterMilitary RuleDemocracy Transition

Impact: nationalconstructive

1978 AD

Guided the 1978 ConstitutionReform◆ Major

Kriangsak Chamanan oversaw the drafting and promulgation of a new constitution that established a bicameral legislature and paved the way for democratic elections. The constitution remained in effect until 1991.

ConstitutionDemocracyLegal Reform

Impact: nationalconstructive

1979 AD

Held the 1979 General ElectionPolitical Action◆ Major

Under Kriangsak Chamanan's leadership, Thailand held its first general election in three years. The election restored civilian rule, though the military retained significant influence through the appointed Senate.

ElectionDemocracyCivilian Rule

Impact: nationalconstructive

1980 AD

Resigned as Prime MinisterPolitical Action◆ Major

Kriangsak Chamanan resigned as Prime Minister after losing a parliamentary vote of confidence. His resignation allowed for a peaceful transition of power to Prem Tinsulanonda, marking a rare voluntary exit by a military leader.

ResignationPolitical TransitionDemocracy

Impact: national