Murli Manohar Joshi

Indian politician with notable leadership roles

Murli Manohar Joshi - Indian politician with notable leadership roles
Born

January 5th, 1934
91 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

India

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Served as a prominent member of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and held various positions in the Indian government. Played a significant role in the establishment of the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) and served as the Union Minister for Human Resource Development. Influenced educational reforms and policy during the tenure in the 1990s. Elected multiple times to the Lok Sabha, representing Varanasi and other constituencies. Contributed to the promotion of science and technology within the education system. Actively involved in parliamentary proceedings and discussions on development issues.

Served as Union Minister for Human Resource Development

Played a pivotal role in the establishment of NDA

Elected multiple times to the Lok Sabha

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