India, known for its world’s largest democracy, boasts a history adorned with visionary leaders who played crucial roles in steering the national toward its coveted objectives of freedom and prosperity. leading this historical odyssey was Dr. Rajendra Prasad, first President of India. His remarkable life, significant contributions and steadfast commitment to the nation remain a lasting source of inspiration for future generations.
The President of India is the head of the state and the ceremonial head of the country of the Indian Government, acts on the advice of the Prime Minister. The president is the head of the state but does not exercise executive powers. All the executive decisions are taken in the name of President of India. All the MoU signed with any foreign country are on the name of the President of India.
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Dr. Rajendra Prasad was born on 3 December 1884, in Ziradei, Bengal Presidency, British India. He pursued his education with great determination, eventually earning degrees in law and economics. He joined the Indian National Congress, where he played a pivotal role in India’s struggle for Independence, becoming a prominent advocate of non-violent resistance and civil disobedience.
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Dr. Rajendra Prasad, India’s first President, assumed office of President of India on 26th January 1950. He was a great leader who played a significant role in India’s fight for freedom from British rule. He served the nation as President of India for consecutive 12 years from 1950- 1962. As President, he worked to bring people together and build a strong and united country. He showed honestly, humility and dedication in serving the nation, leaving a lasting example of leadership and integrity. His time as President set a strong foundation for India’s democracy and progress.
Dr. Rajendra Prasad received several awards and honors for his contributions to the nation and society. These are as follows:
Some of the main institutions named after Dr. Rajendra Prasad are as follows:
The current President of India is Droupadi Murmu, serving the office from 21st July 2022. The list of former President of India from 1950-2024:
S. No. | Name | Tenure |
1. | Dr. Rajendra Prasad | 26 January 1950- 13 May 1962 |
2. | Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan | 13 May 1962- 13 May 1967 |
3. | Dr. Zakir Hussain | 13 May 1967- 3 May 1969 |
4. | Varahagiri Venkata Giri | 3 May 1969- 20 July 1969 |
5. | Mohammad Hidayatullah | 20 July 1969- 24 August 1969 |
6. | Varahagiri Venkata Giri | 24 August 1969- 24 August 1974 |
7. | Fakhruddin Ali Ahmed | 24 August 1974- 11 February 1977 |
8. | Basappa Danappa Jatti | 11 February 1977- 25 July 1977 |
9. | Neelam Sanjiva Reddy | 25 July 1977- 25 July 1982 |
10. | Giani Zail Singh | 25 July 1982- 25 July 1987 |
11. | Ramaswamy Venkataraman | 25 July 1987- 25 July 1992 |
12. | Shankar Dayal Sharma | 25 July 1992- 25 July 1997 |
13. | Kocheril Raman Narayan | 25 July 1997- 25 July 2002 |
14. | Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam | 25 July 2002- 25 July 2007 |
15. | Pratibha Patil | 25 July 2007- 25 July 2012 |
16. | Pranab Mukherjee | 25 July 2012- 25 July 2017 |
17. | Shri Ram Nath Kovind | 25 July 2017- 21 July 2022 |
18. | Droupadi Murmu | 21 July 2022- present |
Here are the powers and functions of the President of India
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Dr. Rajendra Prasad was the first President of India. He served as President of India from 26 January 1950 to 13 May 1962.
Dr. Rajendra Prasad was honored with Bharat Ratna, India's highest civilian award and the Padma Vibhushan, the second highest civilian award. He also received honorary Doctorate of Law.
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