Sheikh Hasina: The Art of Governance
Sheikh Hasina: The Art of Governance Sheikh Hasina was born in 1947, the daughter of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, the founding father of Bangladesh. She grew up in a political family, and she was always aware of the struggles of her people. When she was only 21 years old, she was elected to the National Assembly of Bangladesh. She quickly rose through the ranks of the Awami League party, and she became the leader of the opposition in 1981. In 1996, Sheikh Hasina led the Awami League to victory in the general election, and she became the Prime Minister of Bangladesh. She immediately set to work on improving the lives of her people. She introduced a number of social welfare programs, and she worked to improve the education and healthcare systems. She also took steps to improve the country's economy. Sheikh Hasina's government was not without its challenges. She faced opposition from the military, and she was also criticized for her handling of the 1998 floods. However, she remained co