Iskander Mirza

Iskander Mirza was a Pakistani diplomat and politician who served as the first President of Pakistan from 1956 to 1958. Originally a military officer and later a civil servant, he played a key role in Pakistan's early political development. His presidency was marked by political instability and tensions between civilian and military leaders. Mirza's tenure ended when he was ousted in a military coup led by General Ayub Khan. His leadership is significant in Pakistan's history as it reflects the country's early struggles with democratic governance and military influence.