Rajendra Prasad
Indian politician, 1st President of India
Born
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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