One of the most influential figures of the year of 1991 was Mikhail Gorbachev, the last leader of the Soviet Union. His policies of glasnost (openness) and perestroika (restructuring) played a crucial role in the dissolution of the USSR. Below is a table summarizing his personal details and bio data:
| Full Name | Mikhail Sergeyevich Gorbachev |
|---|---|
| Date of Birth | March 2, 1931 |
| Place of Birth | Privolnoye, Stavropol Krai, Soviet Union |
| Political Role | General Secretary of the Communist Party of the Soviet Union (1985–1991), President of the Soviet Union (1990–1991) |
| Key Achievements | Nobel Peace Prize (1990), Ending the Cold War, Introducing Reforms in the USSR |