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Ayub Khan

1907–1974 · 20th century · Also known as Muhammad Ayub Khan

Ayub Khan was a Pakistani general who became commander-in-chief in 1951 and seized power in the coup of October 1958, ruling as president until 1969. He introduced a new constitution with indirect elections, promoted rapid industrial growth and moved the capital to the new city of Islamabad. The war with India in 1965 and mass protests forced him to resign.

Ayub Khan
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Islamic Republic of Pakistan

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