Rajendra Prasad

Indian politician, 1st President of India

Rajendra Prasad - Indian politician, 1st President of India
Born

December 3rd, 1884
140 years ago

Died

1963
62 years ago — 79 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

India

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A prominent lawyer and politician, served as the first President of India from 1950 to 1962. Played a crucial role in the Indian independence movement and was a close associate of Mahatma Gandhi. Actively participated in various movements for the establishment of a democratic nation. Contributed to the drafting of the Indian Constitution, ensuring strong foundations for the newly independent country. His presidency spanned crucial years of nation-building and consolidation of democratic values.

Served as the first President of India

Contributed to the drafting of the Indian Constitution

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