What did state press start calling Taraki?
"Great Leader and Great Teacher"
"Father of the People"
"Guiding Light"
"Strong Man of Afghanistan"
Answer
The state press started calling Taraki "Great Leader and Great Teacher" as part of the personality cult that surrounded him. He was also given a number of other titles, including "Hero of the Revolution" and "Leader of the People". This was done in an attempt to strengthen his position within the PDPA and to ensure that he remained in power.
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