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Shahabuddin Ahmed
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শাহাবুদ্দিন আহমেদ
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Ahmed in 2000
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| President of Bangladesh | |
| In office 6 December 1990 – 10 October 1991 |
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| Prime Minister | Khaleda Zia |
| Preceded by | Hussain Muhammad Ershad |
| Succeeded by | Abdur Rahman Biswas |
| In office 9 October 1996 – 14 November 2001 |
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| Prime Minister | Sheikh Hasina Latifur Rahman (acting) Khaleda Zia |
| Preceded by | Abdur Rahman Biswas |
| Succeeded by | Badruddoza Chowdhury |
| Chief Justice of Bangladesh | |
| In office 14 January 1990 – 1 January 1995 |
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| Preceded by | Badrul Haider Chowdhury |
| Succeeded by | Muhammad Habibur Rahman |
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| Born | 1 February 1930 Pemal, Bengal Presidency, British India |
| Died | 19 March 2022 (aged 92) Dhaka, Bangladesh |
| Education | MA (international relations) |
| Alma mater | University of Dhaka |
Shahabuddin Ahmed (born February 1, 1930 – died March 19, 2022) was a very important person in Bangladesh. He served as the President of Bangladesh from 1996 to 2001. Before that, he was the country's top judge, known as the Chief Justice of Bangladesh, from 1990 to 1995. He also acted as president for a short time in 1990-1991. During this time, he led a special government that helped organize a fair election.
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Early Life and Education
Shahabuddin Ahmed was born on February 1, 1930, in a village called Pamal in Kendua, Netrokona. His father, Talukdar Resat Ahmed Bhuiyan, was known for helping people.
After finishing his early studies, he joined the University of Dhaka in 1948. He earned a bachelor's degree in economics in 1951. Then, he got a master's degree in international relations in 1952. He also took a special course in public administration at the famous University of Oxford in England.
Career Highlights
In 1954, Ahmed joined the Civil Service of Pakistan. This was a group of people who worked for the government. He received training at the Lahore Civil Service Academy and the University of Oxford. He worked in different government roles, including as a sub-divisional officer and a deputy commissioner.
In 1960, he moved to the judicial branch, which deals with laws and courts. He served as a judge in different cities like Dhaka, Barisal, Comilla, and Chittagong. In 1967, he became a registrar of the High Court in what was then East Pakistan. On January 20, 1972, he became a judge of the High Court.
Later, on February 7, 1980, Ahmed was appointed a judge of the highest court, the Supreme Court of Bangladesh. He also led a special group in 1983 that looked into police actions during student protests. In 1984, he was the head of the National Pay Commission. This group suggested how much government workers should be paid.
Leading a Caretaker Government
On January 14, 1990, Shahabuddin Ahmed became the Chief Justice of Bangladesh. At that time, there was a lot of public protest against the government. The president, Hussain Muhammad Ershad, resigned on December 6, 1990.
After this, Ahmed was chosen by all political parties to lead a special temporary government. This government's main job was to make sure a fair election could happen. He became the acting President of the country. He formed his team of advisors on December 9, 1990.
After the national election on February 27, 1991, Ahmed handed over power to the new Prime Minister, Khaleda Zia. He then resigned as president on October 9, 1991. The next day, he returned to his job as chief justice. He retired from this role on February 1, 1995.
Serving as President
On July 23, 1996, Shahabuddin Ahmed was elected president without anyone running against him. He was nominated by the Awami League government. He officially became president on October 9, 1996.
He served as president until November 14, 2001. When the Awami League lost the election in 2001, some people criticized him. He once said, "I am an angel if anything is done according to their desire, otherwise I am a devil." This showed how difficult it was to please everyone in politics.
Helping Others: Philanthropy
Besides his work as a judge and president, Ahmed also helped many people. He was the chairman of the Bangladesh Red Cross Society from 1978 to 1982. During this time, he helped set up several hospitals and maternity centers in rural areas. One example is the Teligati Red Cross Hospital.
He also worked to include family planning and population control as a main goal of the Bangladesh Red Cross. This shows his dedication to improving public health and welfare.
Personal Life and Later Years
Shahabuddin Ahmed was married to Anowara Begum, who passed away in 2018. They had two sons and three daughters. In 2008, a lake in Gulshan, Dhaka, was named Rastrapati Bicharpati Shahabuddin Ahmed Park in his honor. This park is a reminder of his contributions.
In February 2022, Ahmed became ill due to age-related issues. He was taken to the Combined Military Hospital in Dhaka. He passed away on March 19, 2022, at the age of 92.
See also
In Spanish: Shahabuddin Ahmed para niños
