Political families of Pakistan facts for kids

Pakistan is a country where some families have played a big role in politics for many years. These are often called political families. This article will tell you about some of the well-known families who have had many members involved in leading the country.

Bhutto Family

The Bhutto family is one of the most famous political families in Pakistan. They come from the Sindh province.

Key Members of the Bhutto Family

• Shah Nawaz Bhutto was an important leader before Pakistan became a country. He was involved in the government of Junagadh.
• Zulfikar Ali Bhutto was Shah Nawaz Bhutto's son. He became the President of Pakistan from 1970 to 1973 and then the Prime Minister from 1973 to 1977. He was a very powerful leader.
• Nusrat Bhutto was Zulfikar Ali Bhutto's wife. She also served as a government minister.
• Benazir Bhutto was the daughter of Zulfikar Ali Bhutto. She made history by becoming the Prime Minister of Pakistan twice, first from 1988 to 1990 and again from 1993 to 1996. She was the first woman to lead a Muslim-majority country. She passed away in 2007.
• Murtaza Bhutto was Zulfikar Ali Bhutto's elder son. He was also involved in politics.
• Fatima Bhutto is Murtaza Bhutto's daughter. She is known as a writer.
• Mumtaz Bhutto was a cousin of Zulfikar Ali Bhutto. He served as a chief minister and governor of Sindh, and also as a federal minister.
• Ameer Bux Bhutto is Mumtaz Bhutto's son and is also active in politics.

Sharif Family

The Sharif family is another very important political family, mainly from the Punjab province.

Key Members of the Sharif Family

• Nawaz Sharif has served as the Prime Minister of Pakistan multiple times.
• Shahbaz Sharif is Nawaz Sharif's brother. He has been the Chief Minister of Punjab, which is a very important position in the province.
• Hamza Shahbaz is Shahbaz Sharif's son. He is a member of the National Assembly of Pakistan.
• Maryam Nawaz is Nawaz Sharif's daughter. She is also a prominent figure in politics.

Tareen (Tarin) Family

This family has also had a significant impact on Pakistan's political scene.

Key Members of the Tareen Family

• Ayub Khan was a Field-Marshal General and served as the President of Pakistan.
• Gohar Ayub Khan is Ayub Khan's son. He has also been involved in politics.
• Omar Ayub Khan is Gohar Ayub Khan's son. He is also a politician.
• Jehangir Khan Tareen is another influential member of this family.

Soomro Family

The Soomro family is another notable political family from Sindh.

Key Members of the Soomro Family

• Allah Bux Soomro was the Chief Minister of Sindh twice.
• Elahi Bux Soomro served as a Member and Speaker of the National Assembly of Pakistan, and also as a federal minister.
• Mohammad Mian Soomro held many high positions, including President of Pakistan, Prime Minister, Chairman of the Senate, and Governor of Sindh.

Chaudhrys of Gujrat

This family is well-known in the Gujrat region of Punjab for their political influence.

Key Members of the Chaudhrys of Gujrat

• Chaudhry Zahoor Elahi was a parliamentarian who worked for democracy and human rights in Pakistan.
• Chaudhry Shujat Hussain served as the Prime Minister of Pakistan for a short period.
• Chaudhry Pervaiz Elahi was the Chief Minister of Punjab.
• Moonis Elahi is Chaudhry Pervaiz Elahi's son and a member of the Punjab Assembly.

Zia-ul-Haq Family

The Zia-ul-Haq family has also played a role in Pakistan's politics.

Key Members of the Zia-ul-Haq Family

• Muhammad Zia-ul-Haq was the President of Pakistan from 1978 to 1988.
• Muhammad Ijaz-ul-Haq is Muhammad Zia-ul-Haq's son and has served as a federal minister.

Zardari Family

The Zardari family is closely linked to the Bhutto family through marriage and is also very prominent in politics.

Key Members of the Zardari Family

• Hakim Ali Zardari is the head of the Zardari family.
• Asif Ali Zardari is Hakim Ali Zardari's son and was married to Benazir Bhutto. He served as the President of Pakistan.
• Azra Peechoho is Hakim Ali Zardari's daughter.
• Faryal Talpur is another daughter of Hakim Ali Zardari and is also a politician.
• Bilawal Bhutto Zardari is the son of Asif Ali Zardari and Benazir Bhutto. He is currently the Chairman of the Pakistan Peoples Party.

Other Notable Political Families

Khattar (Hayat) Family

• Sir Sikandar Hayat Khan was an important leader in Punjab.
• Shaukat Hayat Khan was also a significant political figure.

Khokhars

• Ghazanfar Ali Khan was a former government minister and ambassador to several countries.
• Riaz Khokhar served as the Foreign Secretary of Pakistan.
• M. Nawaz Khokhar was a former Deputy Speaker of the National Assembly.

Gabol Family

• Allah Bakhsh Gabol was a member of the Bombay and Sindh Legislative Assemblies and served as the Mayor of Karachi.
• Nabil Gabol is his grandson and has been a member of both the Sindh Assembly and the National Assembly, also serving as a federal minister.

Khattaks

• Habibullah Khan Khattak was a federal minister.
• Ali Kuli Khan Khattak was a Lieutenant General in the Pakistan Army.
• Ghulam Faruque was a politician and industrialist, known for his contributions to Pakistan's industrial growth.

Marwats

• Habibullah Khan Marwat served as a Justice, Chairman of the Senate, and Interior Minister.
• Shah Nawaz Khan was a Chief Justice and Governor.
• Salim Saifullah Khan and Anwar Saifullah Khan are also prominent senators and ministers.

Junejo Family

• Mohammad Khan Junejo was a former Prime Minister of Pakistan.
• Jam Sadiq Ali was a former Chief Minister of Sindh.

Badshah Khan Family

• Khan Mohammad Abbas Khan was a freedom fighter and active in the Pakistan Muslim League.
• Haroon Khan Badshah is a member of the Provincial Assembly of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.

Kundi Family

• Abdul Quayyum Khan Kundi is a member of Pakistan Tehrike Insaf (PTI).

Rana & Rao Family

• Rao Mohammad Hashim Khan was a Member of the National Assembly.
• Rana Tanveer Hussain is a Member of the National Assembly and former Federal Minister.
• Rao Sikandar Iqbal was also a former Federal Minister.

Noon Family

• Malik Feroz Khan Noon was a former Prime Minister of Pakistan.

Leghari Family

• Farooq Leghari was a former President of Pakistan.
• Awais Leghari has served as a Member of Provincial and National Assemblies and a Federal Minister.

Qazi Family

• Qazi Abdul Majeed Abid was a four-time Federal Minister.
• Fahmida Mirza is a former Speaker of the National Assembly.
• Zulfiqar Mirza is a former Sindh Provincial Home Minister.
• Pir Mazhar Ul Haq is a current Senior Minister and Education Minister in Sindh.