President Iskander Mirza imposed the first martial law in Pakistan.
On October 7, 1958, the first martial law was declared in Pakistan. This significant event in the nation's history was initiated by the then-President, Iskander Mirza.
Following the declaration, President Mirza made key appointments to manage the country under martial law:
- General Muhammad Ayub Khan was appointed as the Chief Martial Law Administrator (CMLA).
- Aziz Ahmad was appointed as the Secretary General and Deputy Chief Martial Law Administrator.
This declaration marked a major shift in Pakistan's political landscape, leading to a period of military rule.
Below is a summary of the key individuals involved in the declaration of the first martial law:
| Role | Name |
|---|---|
| Imposed Martial Law | President Iskander Mirza |
| Chief Martial Law Administrator | General Muhammad Ayub Khan |
| Secretary General & Deputy Chief CMLA | Aziz Ahmad |
Reference: According to Wikipedia, martial law was declared in Pakistan on 7 October 1958, by President Iskander Mirza who then appointed General Muhammad Ayub Khan as the Chief Martial Law Administrator and Aziz Ahmad as Secretary General and Deputy Chief Martial Law Administrator. [Source: Wikipedia]
