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1956 in Pakistan

Explore 4 historical events and records for Pakistan in 1956.

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Historical records for Pakistan in 1956

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March

23 March 1956

Constitution of Pakistan

Mirza, Iskander · Karachi · President of Pakistan · Government / Government of Pakistan

The 1956 Constitution creates the republic and makes Iskander Mirza its first President.

23 March 1956

First Constitution Enactment

Ali, Chaudhry Muhammad · Karachi · Prime Minister of Pakistan · Government / Government of Pakistan

Pakistan's first Constitution enters into force and establishes a parliamentary republic.

23 March 1956

President of Pakistan

Mirza, Iskander · Karachi · President of Pakistan · Government / Government of Pakistan

Iskander Mirza assumes office as Pakistan's first President.

September

12 September 1956

Prime Minister of Pakistan

Suhrawardy, Huseyn Shaheed · Karachi · Prime Minister of Pakistan · Government / Government of Pakistan

Huseyn Shaheed Suhrawardy becomes Prime Minister.

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