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The first Prime Minister of Bangladesh was:

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Answer: Option C — Tajuddin Ahmad

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Tajuddin Ahmad was the first Prime Minister of Bangladesh. He led the Provisional Government of Bangladesh, formed in April 1971, during the Liberation War.

Role during the Liberation War:

  • After Sheikh Mujibur Rahman was arrested by the Pakistani army in March 1971, Tajuddin Ahmad took the lead in organising the government in exile.
  • The Provisional Government, also called the Mujibnagar Government, was sworn in on 17 April 1971.
  • Sheikh Mujibur Rahman was declared President, Syed Nazrul Islam Acting President, and Tajuddin Ahmad Prime Minister.
  • The government operated mainly from Kolkata, with India's support.
  • Tajuddin coordinated the Mukti Bahini (liberation forces) and worked closely with the Indian government.

After independence:

  • When Mujib returned in January 1972, he became Prime Minister, and Tajuddin became the Finance Minister.
  • He resigned in 1974 after differences with Mujib.

Death:

After Mujib's assassination in August 1975, Tajuddin was arrested.

On 3 November 1975, he was killed in Dhaka Central Jail, along with three other national leaders: Syed Nazrul Islam, Muhammad Mansur Ali and A.H.M. Qamaruzzaman.

The day is observed as Jail Killing Day in Bangladesh.

The four national leaders:

Tajuddin Ahmad, Syed Nazrul Islam, Muhammad Mansur Ali and A.H.M. Qamaruzzaman are honoured as the "Four National Leaders" of Bangladesh.

Legacy:

  • Tajuddin Ahmad is remembered as a capable administrator who led the war-time government in very difficult conditions.
  • His daughter, Sharmin Ahmad, and son, Tanjim Ahmad Sohel Taj, have written and spoken about his role.

Bangladesh's political system:

Bangladesh has a parliamentary system, with a President as head of state and a Prime Minister as head of government.

Why not the other options?

  • ✗Sheikh Mujibur Rahman became Prime Minister in January 1972, after Tajuddin.
  • ✗Syed Nazrul Islam was Acting President during the war.
  • ✗Muhammad Mansur Ali was a minister and later Prime Minister in 1975.

Quick tip

Remember: First PM of Bangladesh = Tajuddin Ahmad (Provisional Government, April 1971); first President = Sheikh Mujibur Rahman.

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