Abul Kasem Fazlul Huq, also known as Sher-e-Bangla, was a prominent Bengali political leader and statesman in British India. He was born on October 26, 1873, and passed away on April 27, 1962. Fazlul Huq played a significant role in the Indian independence movement and was a staunch advocate for the rights and autonomy of the Bengali-speaking population.

He served as the Prime Minister of undivided Bengal in the 1930s and was known for his progressive policies and efforts to promote social and economic reforms. Fazlul Huq was a key figure in the Bengali Muslim League and played a crucial role in advocating for greater self-governance for Bengal within the Indian subcontinent.

After the partition of Bengal in 1947 and the creation of East Pakistan (now Bangladesh) in 1947, Fazlul Huq remained an influential political figure in the region. His legacy continues to be celebrated in Bangladesh, where he is remembered as a champion of Bengali culture and autonomy.