A. Q. M. Badruddoza Chowdhury
Abul Qasim Muhammad Badruddoza Chowdhury (born 1 November 1932) was the 13th President of Bangladesh, serving from 14 November 2001 until his resignation on 21 June 2002.[1] He was the founding secretary-general of Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP).[2]
AQM Badruddoza Chowdhury একিউএম বদরুদ্দোজা চৌধুরী | |
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| 13th President of Bangladesh | |
| In office 14 November 2001 – 21 June 2002 | |
| Prime Minister | Khaleda Zia |
| Preceded by | Shahabuddin Ahmed |
| Succeeded by | Muhammad Jamiruddin Sarkar (Acting) |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 1 November 1932 Munsif Bari, Comilla, Bengal Presidency, British India (now in Bangladesh)[1] |
| Political party | Bangladesh Nationalist Party (1978–2002) Bikalpa Dhara Bangladesh (2004–present) |
| Other political affiliations | Four Party Alliance (2001–2003) |
| Spouse(s) | Hasina Warda Chowdhury |
| Children | Mahi B. Chowdhury |
| Alma mater | Dhaka Medical College |
| Awards | Independence Day Award (1993) |
He is also a known physician, and former cultural activist, an author, essayist, playwright, television presenter and an orator of distinction.[1]
References
- "AQM Badruddoza Chowdhury". Banglapedia. Retrieved 26 July 2015.
- Habib, Haroon. "The sacking of a President". The Hindu. Archived from the original on 22 July 2013. Retrieved 22 September 2011.
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