Who introduced the executive presidency in the 1978 constitution as President of the republic?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B. J. R. Jayewardene
- Step 1: Jayewardene became the first executive president in February 1978. Answer: J. R. Jayewardene. Why not the others: D. S. Senanayake was the first prime minister in 1948 and the other two led governments in the 1950s, so none created the presidency.
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