Kim Il-sung is the “eternal President of the Korean Republic”

Kim received the title of "eternal President of the Korean Republic" in 1998 which is one of the interesting facts about Kim Il-sung. The practice of awarding posthumous titles to deceased North Korean leaders is known as the "eternal leaders of Juche Korea," or simply "the eternal leaders of North Korea." The Constitution's preamble, as amended on June 30, 2016, and subsequent modifications created the official title. In order to pay tribute to the late great leader, the role was created. Kim continues to be the unofficial leader of the nation even if his grandson is now in charge.


On April 15, 1912, in Mangyongdae, Pyongyang, President Kim Il Sung was born. This date is one of the most significant national festivals in the DPRK, along with Leader Kim Jong Il's birthday. From the time the Democratic People's Republic of Korea was established until his death, he served as its president. He is the Eternal President of the DPRK and is officially known as the Great Leader. He created the Juche Idea, a philosophy that emphasizes the necessity of independence and is the foundation of North Korea's official school of thought. In the DPRK, President Kim Il Sung is also referred to as "The Eternal President," and there are many monuments, murals, paintings, etc. depicting him.

As Kim Il Sung's image becomes more prevalent throughout the DPRK, his figure assumes greater significance. His life, fictionalized accounts of him, and personality traits are all taught in schools. People wear pins with his image on them. A new constitution is adopted in 1972, and Kim Il Sung is elected leader of the DPRK. With the ultimate involvement of his son Kim Jong Il, on-the-spot guidance in factories and workplaces becomes typical.
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