ZULFIQAR ALI BHUTTO BIRTHDAY

### 97th Birth Anniversary of Zulfikar Ali Bhutto Karachi: Today marks the 97th birth anniversary of Zulfikar Ali Bhutto, the founder of the Pakistan People's Party (PPP). #### Early Life and Education: - Zulfikar Ali Bhutto was born on January 5, 1928, in Larkana, Pakistan. - He graduated in Political Science from the University of California, Berkeley, and earned a Master’s degree in Jurisprudence from Oxford University. - Bhutto was the first Asian appointed as a lecturer in International Law at the University of Southampton in England. #### Professional Career: - He served as a lecturer in Constitutional Law at Muslim Law College, Karachi, and began practicing law in the Sindh High Court in 1953. #### Political Journey: - In 1967, Bhutto founded the Pakistan People's Party, introducing the slogan "Roti, Kapra aur Makaan" (bread, clothing, and shelter). - He was instrumental in drafting Pakistan’s 1973 Constitution and served as the country’s Prime Minister after its implementation. - Bhutto played a pivotal role in organizing the Islamic Summit Conference in Pakistan. #### Legacy: Zulfikar Ali Bhutto remains a prominent figure in Pakistan’s history due to his unique leadership style, political acumen, and thought-provoking speeches. His life came to a tragic end on April 4, 1979, when he was executed following a controversial court ruling.