Aung San Suu Kyi significantly impacted Myanmar's politics by advocating for democracy and human rights during decades of military rule. As the leader of the NLD (National League for Democracy), she mobilized popular support and became a symbol of resistance against oppression. Her efforts led to her election in 2015 and a historic transition towards civilian governance, making her a Nobel Peace Prize laureate. However, her later governance faced criticism regarding the handling of the Rohingya crisis, revealing complexities in her political journey and raising questions about the challenges of democratic leadership in post-conflict nations.