Who was the President of Afghanistan in 1982?

Answer 1

Babrak Karmal was the President of the Democratic Republic of Afghanistan in 1982.

Babrak Karmal was the Chairman of the Presidium of the Democratic Republic of Afghanistan from 1979 December 27 to 1986 November 24. Ascending to power after Hafizullah Amin's assassination by the Soviets, the Soviet backed Karmal attempted several reforms to attempt to unify the nation. These included promoting Parchamites in the government and military to the chagrin of the Khalqis, changing the flag from it's red factional incarnation to a more traditional black, red and green flag, and implementing "Fundamental Principles" such as the right to free speech and proper criminal trials, changes started under Amin. However, continued civil war with no results led to the Soviets gradually withdrawing support in the face of such results. Karmal was eventually forced to resign on 1986 November 24.

Answer 2

Haji Mohammad Chamkani was the President of the Democratic Republic of Afghanistan at the start of 1987. until September 30. Dr. Mohammad Najibullah Ahmadzai was the President of the Republic of Afghanistan for the remainder of 1987.

Haji Mohammad Chamkani was the President of the Democratic Republic of Afghanistan from 1986 November 24 to 1987 September 30. Original Vice President (Vice-Chairman of the Presidium of the Revolutionary Council) Chamkani ascended to the presidency after Babrak Karmal resigned due to Soviet pressure. Chamkani's term marked the creation of a new constitution which would take effect shortly after his term ended.

Mohammad Najibullah was the President of the Republic of Afghanistan from 1987 September 30 to 1992 April 16. He first became President of the Democratic Republic of Afghanistan in 1987; at the end of November, the new constitution took effect, changing the name of the country to the Republic of Afghanistan. However, Russia eventually withdrew aid from Afghanistan's government, leading to Najibullah's resignation 13 days before the government collapsed and the Islamic State of Afghanistan was formed.

Answer 3

Babrak Karmal was the President of the Democratic Republic of Afghanistan at the start of 1986. He was replaced on November 24 by Vice President Haji Mohammad Chamkani.

Babrak Karmal was the Chairman of the Presidium of the Democratic Republic of Afghanistan from 1979 December 27 to 1986 November 24. Ascending to power after Hafizullah Amin's assassination by the Soviets, the Soviet backed Karmal attempted several reforms to attempt to unify the nation. These included promoting Parchamites in the government and military to the chagrin of the Khalqis, changing the flag from it's red factional incarnation to a more traditional black, red and green flag, and implementing "Fundamental Principles" such as the right to free speech and proper criminal trials, changes started under Amin. However, continued civil war with no results led to the Soviets gradually withdrawing support in the face of such results. Karmal was eventually forced to resign on 1986 November 24.

Haji Mohammad Chamkani was the President of the Democratic Republic of Afghanistan from 1986 November 24 to 1987 September 30. Original Vice President (Vice-Chairman of the Presidium of the Revolutionary Council) Chamkani ascended to the position of Chairman after Babrak Karmal's resignation. Chamkani's term marked the creation of a new constitution which would take effect shortly after his term ended.

Answer 4

Sardar Mohammed Daoud Khan was the President of Afghanistan at the start of 1978. Abdul Qadir Dagarwal was effectively President from April 28 to April 30, before Nur Muhammad Taraki was made President of Afghanistan for the rest of the year.

Mohammed Khan was the First President of Afghanistan from 1973 July 17 to 1978 April 28. Prime Minister of Afghanistan from 1953 September 7 to 1963 March 10, Khan ousted his cousin Mohammed Zahir Shah, the last King of Afghanistan. Khan declared himself President on 1973 July 17. Khan took a progressive position to modernize the country, including developing the rights of women. He was assassinated in a coup by the Communist People's Democratic Party of Afghanistan on 1978 April 28.

Abdul Qadir was the Chairman of the Revolutionary Council of the Armed Forces from April 27 to April 30, as leader of the Air Force Squadrons during the Saur revolution. This made him effectively head of state during these few days.

Taraki was the Chairman of the Presidium of the Revolutionary Council from 1978 April 30 to 1979 September 14. He was assassinated by Hafizullah Amin, who succeeded him as president.

Answer 5

Sardar Mohammed Daoud Khan was the President of Afghanistan in 1976.

Khan was the First President of Afghanistan from 1973 July 17 to 1978 April 28.

Prime Minister of Afghanistan from 1953 September 7 to 1963 March 10, Khan ousted his cousin Mohammed Zahir Shah, the last King of Afghanistan. Khan declared himself President on 1973 July 17. Khan took a progressive position to modernize the country, including developing the rights of women. He was assassinated in a coup by the Communist People's Democratic Party of Afghanistan on 1978 April 28.