Sheikh Mohammed Abdullah, known as Sher-e-Kashmir` (the Lion of Kashmir) was one of the most important political figures in the modern history of Kashmir, Sheikh Abdullah was a charismatic leader, and had the following of a huge majority of Kashmiris. Sheikh Abdullah became the Prime Minister of Jammu and Kashmir, soon after its accession to India. He represented India`s case on Kashmir in UN. Sheikh Abdullah made an important speech in the shrine of Hazratbal in 1949. He lost power in 1953, but successfully came back as Chief Minister of J&K in 1975. He held this position till his death. No doubt, the Sheikh was the tallest figure in Kashmir`s political and social life. He is still respected in the state, as the builder of modern Kashmir. Sheikh Abdullah redefined freedom in a manner that appeared refreshingly new and revolutionary even, today in the 21st century.