Dr rajendra prasad biography of mahatma gandhi
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Dr. Shashi Kumar Singh, Ph.D., D.Litt
Dr. Rajendra Prasad, the inaugural President of India, an eminent figure in the Indian freedom struggle, a favourite of Mahatma Gandhi and a vigilant member of his non-violent movement, was one of the great personalities of the Indian National Congress. He became the President of the Indian National Congress thrice - in 1934, in 1939 and in 1947 and discharged his responsibilities quite efficiently. His multifaceted persona reflected the virtues admired by Mahatma Gandhi. Gandhi Ji entrusted pivotal responsibilities to three key associates - Among them, Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru who represented the youthful enthusiasm in the freedom struggle, the second one whom we also call the ‘Iron Man’, was Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel who was a practical leader with strong will and the third one was Dr. Rajendra Prasad who was a leader on whom Gandhiji had immense faith and who stood every test of Gandhiji.
Dr. Rajendra Prasad was born on December 03, 1884, in
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From Advocate to Activist: Dr. Rajendra Prasad’s Early Life and Contributions to India
Dr Rajendra Prasad was the first president of India and played a crucial role in shaping the newly independent nation. He was a prominent leader in the Indian independence movement and was known for his dedication to public service.
Born on månad 3, 2024, Dr. Rajendra Prasad, a freedom fighter, lawyer, and statesman, significantly shaped the nation during its formative years.
He became the first president of India on January 26, 1950, and served two terms in office, setting a precedent for future leaders in the country.
He served in this capacity until his retirement on May 13, 1962, completing a tenure of approximately 12 years, which remains the longest for any president in Indian history.
Who was Rajendra Prasad?
Dr. Rajendra Prasad (3 December 1884–28 February 1963) was a pivotal figure in Indian history, serving as the first President of India from 1950 to 1962.
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Rajendra Prasad
President of India from 1950 to 1962
For other uses, see Rajendra Prasad (disambiguation).
Rajendra Prasad (3 December 1884 – 28 February 1963) was an Indian politician, lawyer, journalist and scholar who served as the first president of India from 1952 to 1962. He joined the Indian National Congress during the Indian independence movement and became a major leader from the region of Bihar. A supporter of Mahatma Gandhi, Prasad was imprisoned by British authorities during the Salt Satyagraha of 1930 and the Quit India movement of 1942. After the constituent assembly 1946 elections, Prasad served as 1st Minister of Food and Agriculture in the central government from 1947 to 1948. Upon independence in 1947, Prasad was elected as President of the Constituent Assembly of India, which prepared the Constitution of India and which served as its provisional Parliament.
When India became a republic in 1950, Prasad was elected as its first president by the Constituent