{"id":9149,"date":"2024-08-07T02:40:07","date_gmt":"2024-08-06T21:10:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.grabon.in\/indulge\/?p=9149"},"modified":"2026-01-08T15:11:02","modified_gmt":"2026-01-08T09:41:02","slug":"indian-prime-ministers-achievements","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.grabon.in\/indulge\/news\/indian-prime-ministers-achievements\/","title":{"rendered":"15 Indian Prime Ministers and Their Historic Decisions [2026 Updated]"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>After nearly two centuries under colonial rule, the country finally achieved independence in 1947. The Constituent Assembly adopted the Indian Constitution on November 26, 1949, which is celebrated as Constitution Day. However, it officially came into effect on January 26, 1950, which is celebrated as Republic Day.<\/p>\n<p>This year, we celebrate the 77th Republic Day on January 26th, 2026. Beyond the celebrations, Republic Day serves as a reminder of the rights, duties, and democratic responsibilities shared by us Indians. Ursula von der Leyen and Ant\u00f3nio Costa are the Chief Guests of the Republic Day parade this year.<\/p>\n<p>This transformation is the result of decisive leadership. Since independence, 14 Prime Ministers have guided India through crucial turning points, from Jawaharlal Nehru\u2019s vision of a modern, industrialized nation to Narendra Modi\u2019s sweeping reforms. Modi now stands as India\u2019s longest-serving Prime Minister, with over 4,244 consecutive days in office, surpassing Indira Gandhi\u2019s 4,077-day tenure.<\/p>\n<p>In this post, we revisit some of the most historic decisions taken by these leaders \u2014 choices that shaped India\u2019s economy, society, and global standing.<\/p>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-36232 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.grabon.in\/gograbon\/indulge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/PM-Infographics.jpg\" alt=\"PM-Infographics\" width=\"1085\" height=\"1052\" \/><\/p>\n<p>All these achievements would not be possible without the steps and decisions taken by our past and current leaders. We at GrabOn decided to list out the leaders of our great nation and their achievements during their tenure in office. This Republic Day, don\u2019t just know the leaders of the nation. Also, know what they did for the country. Their achievements, welfare schemes, their bold moves, etc, are something you shouldn\u2019t miss! Read further\u2026<\/p>\n<div class=\"wpsm-titlebox clearbox wpsm_style_4\"><strong class=\"\">Indian Prime Ministers and Their Historic Decisions<\/strong><div><\/div><\/div>\n<h2 id=\"Narendra-Modi\">Narendra Modi<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Tenure:<\/strong> 26th May 2014- Present<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-36259 size-full aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.grabon.in\/gograbon\/indulge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/NarendraModi-1.jpg\" alt=\"NarendraModi\" width=\"850\" height=\"749\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><strong>About Narendra Modi<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Narendra Damodardas Modi has become the most popular Prime Minister of India since he was elected as the 14th Prime Minister. He became the longest-running Prime Minister in the country\u2019s history, holding the office for over 4,244 consecutive days. This popularity is attributed to his personality, schemes, and economic reforms, which have contributed to our country becoming one of the most influential nations globally.<\/p>\n<p>After he was elected as the prime minister, he took various bold decisions, like the abrogation of Article 370 from Jammu &amp; Kashmir, the Triple Talaq Bill 2019, the PM Gati Shakti Master Plan, the New Education Policy (NEP 2020), Operation Sindoor, and Operation Mahadev against Pakistan\u2019s terrorists after the infamous Pahalgam Terrorist Attack 2025.<\/p>\n<p>And, if we look at India\u2019s foreign policies during Narendra Modi\u2019s tenure, it is straightforward and firm. The best thing about foreign affairs is that he chose some of the best minds, like our Foreign Minister, S. Jaishankar. His presence of mind and deep knowledge about foreign relations helped India maintain a neutral stand during various world conflicts, like the Russia-Ukraine war, the Israel-Hamas conflict, the Israel-Iran conflict, and the US-Venezuela conflict. Our relations with China are also improving, which will be great for the region.<\/p>\n<p>Apart from the foreign policy, during the tenure of Narendra Modi, we have seen tremendous growth in our exports. In 2025, the Indian government signed a Free Trade Agreement with multiple countries, including the UK, Oman, and New Zealand. We are also negotiating a trade deal with the United States; however, due to the tariff imposed by Donald Trump, it is getting delayed. These FTAs played an important role in the growth of India\u2019s GDP, and today, we stand as the fourth-largest economy globally. And, our country did this by surpassing the UK, which once ruled over us for 200 years.<\/p>\n<p>In the past 12 years, Indian Railways has made huge progress in electrifying the railway tracks. Till December 2025, it has electrified up to 99.2% of the tracks. Narendra Modi\u2019s government has put infrastructure growth on its priorities. In 2025, the Indian Government inaugurated the famous Chenab Bridge in Jammu &amp; Kashmir. This will connect the union territory with mainland India. In addition to these projects, the Indian Railways is also working on over 42 major projects nationwide.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Place of Birth:<\/strong> Vadnagar, Gujarat<\/p>\n<p><strong>Qualification:<\/strong> Bachelor of Arts in Political Science, School of Open Learning at the University of Delhi<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-41792\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.grabon.in\/gograbon\/indulge\/wp-content\/uploads\/narendra-modi.jpg\" alt=\"narendra modi\" width=\"527\" height=\"716\" \/><\/p>\n<h4><strong>He sits on a list of achievements, including:<\/strong><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Signed the historic Free Trade Agreements with the UK, Oman, and New Zealand in 2025. This means most of India&#8217;s exports to these countries will become tariff-free.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Inaugurated 7 new Vande Bharat trains in 2025. Till November 2025, over 160 Vande Bharat trains are operating in India. The Vande Bharat Sleeper version will be operational in 2026.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Inaugurated 103 redeveloped railway stations across 18 states under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme. The project cost was around \u20b91,100 crore, and the government has plans to redevelop 1,275 stations.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Started multiple infrastructure projects in Tamil Nadu worth \u20b94,900 crore.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Launched Operation Sindoor and Operation Mahadev to destroy terrorist camps in Pakistan in retaliation for the Pahalgam Attack.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">India surpassed Japan to become the 4th largest economy worldwide in 2025. Our nominal GDP is projected to reach $4.5 trillion, while PPP GDP is estimated at $19.14 trillion in 2026, ranking third globally.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Inaugurated the world\u2019s highest railway bridge, the Chenab Bridge, which is 321 meters tall.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Inaugurated India\u2019s longest sea bridge, Atal Setu, which has a length of 21.8 km, out of which 16.5 km is a sea link.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Introduced 3 new bills to replace the Indian Penal Code, Criminal Procedure Code, and Indian Evidence Act, with the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita Bill, Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita Bill, and Bharatiya Sakshya Bill, respectively.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">With the success of Chandrayaan-3, India became the first country in the world to successfully make a soft landing on the South Pole of the Moon.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">India became the President of G20 in 2023, and the 18th G20 Summit was held at Bharat Mandapam on the 9th and 10th of September 2023.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">An increment in the Global Innovation Index of India from 81st rank in 2014 to 38th in 2024.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Introduced UPI in various foreign countries, like Bhutan, Nepal, Oman, UAE, Southeast Asian countries, the UK, France, etc.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">PM Kisan scheme to benefit over 14.5 crore farmers.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Introduced the new National Education Policy (NEP) of India in 2020. This policy comes with the 5+3+3+4 education system.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Electrified 18,000 plus villages across the country in 988 days of the total 1000 days promised during the I-Day speech in 2015. All these villages were dark even after 70-plus years of India receiving its Independence.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">The Beti Bachao Beti Padhao movement aims to promote girls\u2019 education.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Launched the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana to offer cooking gas connections for free to all the poor in society.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">He also fulfilled one of his biggest poll promises of launching a new Jal Shakti Ministry that addresses all aspects regarding water resources.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">The mass moment, the \u2018Swachh Bharat Mission\u2019, witnessed massive participation with several UTs and States becoming Open Defecation Free (ODF). The extent of sanitation touched 99% from 38%.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Make in India and Digital India campaign to improve the country\u2019s online infrastructure and make India a global manufacturing leader.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Started Ayushman Bharat to provide free medical treatment to the targeted sections.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id=\"Manmohan-Singh\">Dr Manmohan Singh<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Tenure:<\/strong> 22nd May 2004- 26th May 2014<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-9165\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.grabon.in\/gograbon\/indulge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/indian-pm-manmohan-singh.jpg\" alt=\"Indian PM Manmohan Singh Achievements\" width=\"665\" height=\"880\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><strong>About Manmohan Singh<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Considered to be India&#8217;s best Finance Minister, Dr Manmohan Singh is considered to be one of the best economists in the country. He joined the Indian government an Economic Advisor in the Ministry of Commerce. He also held various portfolios such as Advisor to the Prime Minister, Deputy Chairman of the Planning Commission and Governor of the Reserve Bank of India. As the Prime Minister of the country, he was in charge of some of the biggest changes in the country.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Place of birth:<\/strong> Gah, Pakistan<br \/>\n<strong>Qualification:<\/strong> Bachelor&#8217;s and Master&#8217;s in Economics<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-9166\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.grabon.in\/gograbon\/indulge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/indian-pm-manmohan-singh.jpg\" alt=\"Indian PM Manmohan Singh Achievements 2\" width=\"665\" height=\"711\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.grabon.in\/gograbon\/indulge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/indian-pm-manmohan-singh.jpg 665w, https:\/\/cdn.grabon.in\/gograbon\/indulge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/indian-pm-manmohan-singh-393x420.jpg 393w, https:\/\/cdn.grabon.in\/gograbon\/indulge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/indian-pm-manmohan-singh-281x300.jpg 281w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 665px) 100vw, 665px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>His wonderful achievements include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h4><b>Fastest Growth &amp; Poverty Drop<\/b><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>GDP growth averaged 8%; poverty fell from 37% to 22%. 180M people exited poverty.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h4><b>MGNREGA Launch<\/b><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>World\u2019s largest rural employment scheme; over 2B person-days of work annually.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h4><b>RTI Act (2005)<\/b><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Empowered citizens to file 4-5M requests\/year, unearthing scams and boosting transparency.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h4><b>US-India Nuclear Deal<\/b><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>NSG waiver ended nuclear isolation, enabling global civil nuclear trade.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"Inder-Kumar-Gujral\">Inder Kumar Gujral<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Tenure:<\/strong> 21st April 1997- 19th March 1998<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-9164\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.grabon.in\/gograbon\/indulge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/indian-pm-gujral.jpg\" alt=\"Indian PM Inder Kumar Gujral Achievements\" width=\"665\" height=\"724\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.grabon.in\/gograbon\/indulge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/indian-pm-gujral.jpg 665w, https:\/\/cdn.grabon.in\/gograbon\/indulge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/indian-pm-gujral-386x420.jpg 386w, https:\/\/cdn.grabon.in\/gograbon\/indulge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/indian-pm-gujral-276x300.jpg 276w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 665px) 100vw, 665px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><strong>About Inder Kumar\u00a0Gujral<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Famous for implementing the\u00a0Gujral\u00a0Doctrine, Mr. I.K\u00a0Gujral\u00a0was also in office for 10 months. Mr. I.K\u00a0Gujral\u00a0held important positions\u00a0including\u00a0Minister of External Affairs, Water Resources Minister\u00a0and Minister of Information and Broadcasting\u00a0before handling the PM office.\u00a0Gujral\u00a0was also a part of India&#8217;s freedom struggle and was jailed for taking part in the Quit India Movement.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Place of Birth:<\/strong> Jhelum, Pakistan<br \/>\n<strong>Qualification:<\/strong> Bachelor of Commerce, Punjab University<\/p>\n<p>Below are some of his major achievements:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h4><b>Gujral Doctrine<\/b><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>No-reciprocity approach to South Asia. Signed the Ganga Treaty with Bangladesh.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h4><b>Media Freedom<\/b><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Enabled private FM radio and repealed restrictive press proposals.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"Deve-Gowda\">Haradanahalli Doddegowda Deve Gowda<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Tenure:<\/strong> 1st June 1996- 21st April 1997<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-9163\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.grabon.in\/gograbon\/indulge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/gowda.jpg\" alt=\"Indian PM H D Deve Gowda Achievements\" width=\"665\" height=\"719\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.grabon.in\/gograbon\/indulge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/gowda.jpg 665w, https:\/\/cdn.grabon.in\/gograbon\/indulge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/gowda-388x420.jpg 388w, https:\/\/cdn.grabon.in\/gograbon\/indulge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/gowda-277x300.jpg 277w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 665px) 100vw, 665px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><strong>About\u00a0Haradanahalli\u00a0Doddegowda<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Holding the post for 10 months, Mr Gowda was also the head of the United Front Government. In these 10 months of tenure, he was also the Chairman of the Steering Committee of the United Front. This was the highest body which was in charge of all the constituents of the ruling front. During his tenure as the Chief Minister of Karnataka, he successfully led the government by tackling many issues.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Place of Birth:<\/strong> Haradanahalli, Karnataka<br \/>\n<strong>Qualification:<\/strong> Diploma in civil engineering from L. V. Polytechnic<\/p>\n<p>Here are some of his key achievements:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h4><b>Reform Continuity<\/b><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>GDP grew 7.8%; Dream Budget slashed tax rates. FDI and forex inflows rose.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h4><b>TRAI Establishment<\/b><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Telecom regulatory authority created, leading to telecom boom.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"Atal-Bihari-Vajpayee\">Atal Bihari Vajpayee<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Tenure:<\/strong> 16th May 1996- 1st June 1996; 19th March 1998- 10th October 1999; 10th October 1999- 22nd May 2004<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-35278 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.grabon.in\/gograbon\/indulge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Atal-Bihari-Vajpayee.jpg\" alt=\"Atal-Bihari-Vajpayee\" width=\"665\" height=\"885\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><strong>About Atal Bihari Vajpayee<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>One of the most recognised politicians in India, Mr Vajpayee was the first non-Congress Prime Minister to hold office for a full term. He was one of the co-founders and the first President of the currently ruling Bharatiya Janata Party. Under his tenure as the PM, India transitioned into a new era and saw a lot of changes. His government made efforts to enhance the digital connectivity in the country and made India a \u2018software superpower&#8217;.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Place of Birth:<\/strong> Gwalior<br \/>\n<strong>Qualification:<\/strong> BA in Hindi, English and Sanskrit and MA in political science<\/p>\n<p>His\u00a0other\u00a0key achievements include:<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-9178\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.grabon.in\/gograbon\/indulge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/indian-pm-vajpayee-achievements.jpg\" alt=\"Indian PM Atal Bihari Vajpayee Achievements\" width=\"665\" height=\"710\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.grabon.in\/gograbon\/indulge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/indian-pm-vajpayee-achievements.jpg 665w, https:\/\/cdn.grabon.in\/gograbon\/indulge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/indian-pm-vajpayee-achievements-393x420.jpg 393w, https:\/\/cdn.grabon.in\/gograbon\/indulge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/indian-pm-vajpayee-achievements-281x300.jpg 281w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 665px) 100vw, 665px\" \/><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h4><b>Pokhran-II Nuclear Tests<\/b><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Declared India a nuclear state; 5 tests conducted, followed by a no-first-use pledge.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h4><b>Golden Quadrilateral Highways<\/b><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>5,846 km of highways built, reducing travel time and boosting logistics.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h4><b>Kargil War Leadership<\/b><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>India successfully evicted Pakistani infiltrators; 527 soldiers martyred.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h4><b>Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan<\/b><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Launched universal education drive; primary enrollment rose to 96%.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"P-V-Narasimha-Rao\">P.V Narasimha Rao<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Tenure:<\/strong> 21st June 1991-16th May 1996<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-9161\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.grabon.in\/gograbon\/indulge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/indian-pm-narasimha-rao.jpg\" alt=\"Indian PM Narasimha Rao Achievements\" width=\"665\" height=\"992\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.grabon.in\/gograbon\/indulge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/indian-pm-narasimha-rao.jpg 665w, https:\/\/cdn.grabon.in\/gograbon\/indulge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/indian-pm-narasimha-rao-282x420.jpg 282w, https:\/\/cdn.grabon.in\/gograbon\/indulge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/indian-pm-narasimha-rao-201x300.jpg 201w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 665px) 100vw, 665px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><strong>About P.V Narasimha Rao<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Referred to as the Father of Indian Economic Reforms, Narasimha Rao was instrumental to India&#8217;s growth and globalisation. Before becoming the PM of India, he was the Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh. He also held various portfolios in Andhra Pradesh&#8217;s cabinet and was responsible for major reforms in the state.\u00a0Under his\u00a0Prime\u00a0Ministership, India experienced a shift in its economic model; going from a mixed economy to a market economy.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Place of Birth:<\/strong> Laknepally, Telangana<br \/>\n<strong>Qualification:<\/strong> Master&#8217;s degree in law, Hislop College<\/p>\n<p>Some of his key achievements were:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h4><b>1991 Economic Reforms<\/b><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Ended License Raj, liberalized trade, allowed FDI, and devalued the rupee. GDP jumped from 1.1% to 7.3% in 3 years.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h4><b>Panchayati Raj Amendments<\/b><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The 73rd &amp; 74th Amendments empowered 3M+ local reps, reserving 33% seats for women.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h4><b>Look East &amp; Israel Ties<\/b><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Launched the Look East policy and established diplomatic ties with Israel.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"Chandra-Shekhar-Singh\">Chandra Shekhar Singh<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Tenure:<\/strong> 10th November 1990- 21st June 1991<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-9160\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.grabon.in\/gograbon\/indulge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/indian-pm-chandrasekhar.jpg\" alt=\"Indian PM Chandra Shekhar Achievements\" width=\"665\" height=\"693\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.grabon.in\/gograbon\/indulge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/indian-pm-chandrasekhar.jpg 665w, https:\/\/cdn.grabon.in\/gograbon\/indulge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/indian-pm-chandrasekhar-403x420.jpg 403w, https:\/\/cdn.grabon.in\/gograbon\/indulge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/indian-pm-chandrasekhar-288x300.jpg 288w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 665px) 100vw, 665px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><strong>About Chandra Shekhar Singh<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>The second shortest tenure after Mr. Charan Singh, Chandra Shekhar&#8217;s tenure lasted a little over 7 months. He was attracted to politics from a young age and was known for his revolutionary ideas revolving around the politics of social change. He also held the post of Minister of Home Affairs during his period in the office of Prime Minister. Due to the political instability at that point, he couldn&#8217;t contribute much.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Place of Birth:<\/strong> Ibrahimpatti<br \/>\n<strong>Qualification:<\/strong> Bachelor of Arts, Satish Chandra PG College and Master&#8217;s in political science, Allahabad University<\/p>\n<p>Here are some of his key achievements.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h4><b>Gold Pledge to Avert Default<\/b><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Airlifted 47 tonnes of gold to secure emergency IMF loan. Reserves were at a 2-week import cover.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h4><b>Reform Blueprint<\/b><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Initiated stabilization steps that paved the way for 1991 liberalization.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"Vishwanath-Pratap-Singh\">Vishwanath Pratap Singh<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Tenure:<\/strong> 2nd December 1989- 10th November 1990<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-9159\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.grabon.in\/gograbon\/indulge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/indian-pm-pratap-singh.jpg\" alt=\"Indian PM V P Singh Achievements\" width=\"665\" height=\"977\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.grabon.in\/gograbon\/indulge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/indian-pm-pratap-singh.jpg 665w, https:\/\/cdn.grabon.in\/gograbon\/indulge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/indian-pm-pratap-singh-286x420.jpg 286w, https:\/\/cdn.grabon.in\/gograbon\/indulge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/indian-pm-pratap-singh-204x300.jpg 204w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 665px) 100vw, 665px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><strong>About Vishwanath Pratap Singh<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>The 7th Prime Minister of India, Vishwanath Pratap Singh started his political journey at the age of 10. Before becoming the PM, he was the Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh. He also held various portfolios in the union cabinet such as Minister of Commerce and Minister of Finance and Defence. Known for the implementation of the Mandal Commission, during his Prime Ministership, Mr V.P Singh&#8217;s short tenure of 11 months was full of interesting developments.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Place of Birth:<\/strong> Prayagraj<br \/>\n<strong>Qualification:<\/strong> B.Sc from University of Pune and B.A., L.L.B from Allahabad University<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h4><b>Mandal Commission Implementation<\/b><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Granted 27% OBC job reservations, empowering 40% of the population.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h4><b>Anti-Corruption Focus<\/b><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Pushed the Bofors probe and enacted the Prevention of Corruption Act.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"Rajiv-Gandhi\">Rajiv Gandhi<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Tenure:<\/strong> 31st October 1984- 2nd December 1989<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-9158\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.grabon.in\/gograbon\/indulge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/indian-pm-rajiv-gandhi.jpg\" alt=\"Indian PM Rajiv Gandhi Achievements\" width=\"665\" height=\"1005\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.grabon.in\/gograbon\/indulge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/indian-pm-rajiv-gandhi.jpg 665w, https:\/\/cdn.grabon.in\/gograbon\/indulge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/indian-pm-rajiv-gandhi-278x420.jpg 278w, https:\/\/cdn.grabon.in\/gograbon\/indulge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/indian-pm-rajiv-gandhi-199x300.jpg 199w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 665px) 100vw, 665px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><strong>About Rajiv Gandhi<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Part of the Gandhi-Nehru family, Rajiv Gandhi was the son of Indira Gandhi. After his brother, Mr Sanjay Gandhi, died in an aeroplane crash, Rajiv Gandhi decided to enter politics. He was (and still is) the youngest person to hold the post of Prime Minister in India.\u00a0Having acquired a commercial pilot&#8217;s license, Rajiv also worked for Indian Airlines.\u00a0As a PM,\u00a0he is often credited with contributing the most towards India&#8217;s IT revolution.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Place of Birth:<\/strong> Mumbai, Maharashtra<br \/>\n<strong>Qualification:<\/strong> B.Tech, Trinity College (dropped out)<\/p>\n<p>Below are some of his key achievements.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h4><b>Telecom &amp; Computer Reforms<\/b><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Set up C-DOT and liberalized IT imports, sparking a digital revolution.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h4><b>Anti-Defection Law &amp; Voting Age<\/b><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Introduced the 52nd Amendment (anti-defection) and lowered the voting age to 18, adding ~35M new voters.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h4><b>Assam &amp; Punjab Peace Accords<\/b><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Signed historic agreements reducing militancy and restoring state stability.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h4><b>Early Economic Liberalization<\/b><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Industrial licensing eased and tax rates cut, raising GDP growth to 5.5%.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"Charan-Singh\">Charan Singh<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Tenure:<\/strong> 28th July 1979- 14th January 1980<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-9157\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.grabon.in\/gograbon\/indulge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/indian-pm-charan-singh.jpg\" alt=\"Indian PM Charan Singh Achievements\" width=\"665\" height=\"727\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.grabon.in\/gograbon\/indulge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/indian-pm-charan-singh.jpg 665w, https:\/\/cdn.grabon.in\/gograbon\/indulge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/indian-pm-charan-singh-384x420.jpg 384w, https:\/\/cdn.grabon.in\/gograbon\/indulge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/indian-pm-charan-singh-274x300.jpg 274w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 665px) 100vw, 665px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><strong>About\u00a0Charan\u00a0Singh<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Considered to be the champion of peasants, Chaudhary Charan Singh enjoyed a brief time in the office.\u00a0A lawyer by profession,\u00a0Singh served Uttar Pradesh in various capacities and was known for\u00a0raising his voice against corruption, nepotism and inefficiency in the administrator. He is also the man behind major land\u00a0reforms in UP.\u00a0He was an avid reader and author of several books including \u2018Abolition of Zamindari&#8217;.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Place of Birth:<\/strong> Hapur<br \/>\n<strong>Qualification:<\/strong> L.L.B and Master&#8217;s in Arts from Agra University<\/p>\n<p>During his short tenure, he made the following key\u00a0decisions.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h4><b>Pro-Farmer Reforms<\/b><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Architect of UP&#8217;s Zamindari Abolition Act. Focused on land reforms, rural investment, and farm support prices.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h4><b>Cottage Industries &amp; Rural Development<\/b><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Backed rural industries and banking access, laying the groundwork for future rural empowerment.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"Morarji-Desai\">Morarji Desai<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Tenure:<\/strong> 24th March 1977- 28th July 1979<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-9156\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.grabon.in\/gograbon\/indulge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/indian-pm-morarji-desai.jpg\" alt=\"Indian PM Morarji Desai Achievements\" width=\"665\" height=\"691\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.grabon.in\/gograbon\/indulge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/indian-pm-morarji-desai.jpg 665w, https:\/\/cdn.grabon.in\/gograbon\/indulge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/indian-pm-morarji-desai-404x420.jpg 404w, https:\/\/cdn.grabon.in\/gograbon\/indulge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/indian-pm-morarji-desai-289x300.jpg 289w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 665px) 100vw, 665px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><strong>About Morarji Desai<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>The first Indian PM who was not from the Congress party, Morarji Desai was (and still is) the oldest person to hold the Prime Minister&#8217;s office. A\u00a0renowned\u00a0independence activist, Desai led the government formed by the Janata Party.\u00a0Before serving as the PM, he was the 2nd\u00a0Chief Minister of Bombay State from 1952 to 1956.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Place of Birth:<\/strong> Valsad<br \/>\n<strong>Qualification:<\/strong> Graduated from Wilson College, Mumbai<\/p>\n<p>In his two years in office\u00a0as India&#8217;s Prime Minister, he brought about some major reforms.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h4><b>Shah Commission Inquiry<\/b><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Investigated Emergency abuses, restoring democratic institutions.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h4><b>Diplomatic Outreach<\/b><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>First Indian PM to visit Pakistan and normalize ties with China post-1962.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h4><b>Nuclear Restraint<\/b><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Maintained a moratorium on nuclear weapons development, advocating disarmament.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"Indira-Gandhi\">Indira Gandhi<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Tenure:<\/strong> 24th January 1966 to 24 March 1977; 14th January 1980 to 31st October 1984<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-9154\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.grabon.in\/gograbon\/indulge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/indian-pm-indira-gandhi.jpg\" alt=\"Indira Gandhi Achievements\" width=\"665\" height=\"878\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.grabon.in\/gograbon\/indulge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/indian-pm-indira-gandhi.jpg 665w, https:\/\/cdn.grabon.in\/gograbon\/indulge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/indian-pm-indira-gandhi-318x420.jpg 318w, https:\/\/cdn.grabon.in\/gograbon\/indulge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/indian-pm-indira-gandhi-227x300.jpg 227w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 665px) 100vw, 665px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><strong>About Indira Gandhi<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Known as the Iron Lady of India, Indira Gandhi is the only female Prime Minister of India. Before becoming the Prime Minister, she served as the Minister of Information and Broadcasting from 1964 to 1966.\u00a0Besides serving as the PM of India, she concurrently held various portfolios\u00a0including\u00a0Minister of Atomic Energy, Minister of Home Affairs and Minister of External Affairs.\u00a0A central figure in Indian politics, Indira Gandhi brought in a lot of changes.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Place of Birth:<\/strong> Prayagraj<br \/>\n<strong>Qualification:<\/strong> Visva-Bharati University (dropped out) and Somerville College, Oxford (dropped out)<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-9155\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.grabon.in\/gograbon\/indulge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/indian-pm-indira-gandhi-pm.jpg\" alt=\"PM Indira Gandhi Achievements 2\" width=\"665\" height=\"717\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.grabon.in\/gograbon\/indulge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/indian-pm-indira-gandhi-pm.jpg 665w, https:\/\/cdn.grabon.in\/gograbon\/indulge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/indian-pm-indira-gandhi-pm-390x420.jpg 390w, https:\/\/cdn.grabon.in\/gograbon\/indulge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/indian-pm-indira-gandhi-pm-278x300.jpg 278w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 665px) 100vw, 665px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Her key achievements are:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h4><b>Bank Nationalization (1969)<\/b><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>14 banks were nationalized, expanding credit access in rural areas. Agriculture loans rose from 2% to 13% by 1973.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h4><b>1971 War &amp; Bangladesh Liberation<\/b><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Led India to victory, resulting in Bangladesh\u2019s creation and 93,000 Pakistani POWs\u2014the largest surrender since WWII.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h4><b>Pokhran-I Nuclear Test (1974)<\/b><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>India&#8217;s first nuclear test made it the 6th nation with nuclear capability.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h4><b>Emergency (1975\u201377)<\/b><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Suspended democracy and jailed over 140,000 people. Later led to constitutional limits on emergency powers.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"Lal-Bahadur-Shastri\">Lal Bahadur Shastri<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Tenure:<\/strong> 9th June 1964 to 11th Jan 1966<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-9153\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.grabon.in\/gograbon\/indulge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/indian-pm-lal-bahadur.jpg\" alt=\"Lal Bahadur Shastri Achievements\" width=\"665\" height=\"987\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.grabon.in\/gograbon\/indulge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/indian-pm-lal-bahadur.jpg 665w, https:\/\/cdn.grabon.in\/gograbon\/indulge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/indian-pm-lal-bahadur-283x420.jpg 283w, https:\/\/cdn.grabon.in\/gograbon\/indulge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/indian-pm-lal-bahadur-202x300.jpg 202w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 665px) 100vw, 665px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><strong>About Lal Bahadur Shastri<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Considered to be a leader of the masses, Lal Bahadur Shastri also served as the Railway Minister and Home Minister. In his two-year tenure, before his tragic death, he brought in some key achievements. His famous slogan \u2018Jai Jawan, Jai Kisan&#8217; during the 1965 Indo-Pakistan to cheer the soldiers and farmers was extremely popular.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Place of Birth:<\/strong> Mughalsarai<br \/>\n<strong>Qualification:<\/strong> Bachelor&#8217;s in philosophy and ethics, Vidyapith<\/p>\n<p>His achievements include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h4><b>Green Revolution Kickstart<\/b><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Faced with food shortages, Shastri promoted high-yield seeds and irrigation. Wheat output rose from 12M tons (1965) to 20M by 1970.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h4><b>Dairy Sector Boost<\/b><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Founded NDDB in 1965, laying the groundwork for Operation Flood. India became the world&#8217;s top milk producer by the 1990s.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h4><b>1965 War Leadership<\/b><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Successfully defended India in the 1965 war with Pakistan and signed the Tashkent Agreement.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"Gulzarilal-Nanda\">Gulzarilal Nanda<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Tenure:<\/strong> 27th May 1964 to 9th June 1964; 11th January to 24th January 1966<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-9152\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.grabon.in\/gograbon\/indulge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/indian-pm-gulzarilal-nanda.jpg\" alt=\"Indian PM Gulzarilal Nanda Achievements\" width=\"665\" height=\"916\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.grabon.in\/gograbon\/indulge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/indian-pm-gulzarilal-nanda.jpg 665w, https:\/\/cdn.grabon.in\/gograbon\/indulge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/indian-pm-gulzarilal-nanda-305x420.jpg 305w, https:\/\/cdn.grabon.in\/gograbon\/indulge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/indian-pm-gulzarilal-nanda-218x300.jpg 218w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 665px) 100vw, 665px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><strong>About\u00a0Gulzarilal\u00a0Nanda<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Serving as the acting Prime Minister after the death of Pt. Jawaharlal Nehru, Mr Nanda served the office for two months. Apart from being a politician, he\u00a0was an economist\u00a0who worked as a research scholar on\u00a0labour\u00a0issues.\u00a0He also held the post of Union Minister for\u00a0Labour\u00a0and Employment.\u00a0In his brief tenure, he did not sit quietly. Instead, he brought about numerous changes. Later, he was again appointed as the acting Prime Minister after the death of Lal Bahadur Shastri for 13 days.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Place of Birth:<\/strong> Sialkot, Pakistan<br \/>\n<strong>Qualification:<\/strong> Studies in Lahore, Agra and Allahabad. Research scholar on labour problems, University of Allahabad<\/p>\n<p>His achievements include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h4><b>Leadership During Crisis<\/b><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Steered India through turbulent transitions as interim PM after the 1964 and 1966 deaths of Jawaharlal Nehru and Lal Bahadur Shastri. He ensured stability after the 1962 Indo-China and 1965 Indo-Pak wars.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h4><b>Labour Reforms Initiated<\/b><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Pioneered modern labor policies as Union Labour Minister and improved industrial relations, strengthened trade unions, and pushed for fair wages and worker rights.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"Jawaharlal-Nehru\">Jawaharlal Nehru<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Tenure:<\/strong> 15th August 1947 to 27th May 1964<\/p>\n<h3><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-9150\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.grabon.in\/gograbon\/indulge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/indian-pm-nehru.jpg\" alt=\"PM Nehru Achievements\" width=\"665\" height=\"872\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.grabon.in\/gograbon\/indulge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/indian-pm-nehru.jpg 665w, https:\/\/cdn.grabon.in\/gograbon\/indulge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/indian-pm-nehru-320x420.jpg 320w, https:\/\/cdn.grabon.in\/gograbon\/indulge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/indian-pm-nehru-229x300.jpg 229w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 665px) 100vw, 665px\" \/><br \/>\n<strong>About Jawaharlal Nehru:<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>The longest-serving Prime Minister, Chacha Nehru (as he is fondly remembered) was a central figure in Indian politics, both before and after independence. Born on 14 November 1889, his significant focus was to enhance the country&#8217;s industrial sector for which he started the \u2018five-year plan in 1951&#8242;.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Place of Birth:<\/strong> Prayagraj<br \/>\n<strong>Qualification:<\/strong> Graduated with an honours degree in natural science, from Trinity College<\/p>\n<p>Besides his famous non-aligned policies\u00a0in foreign affairs,\u00a0his\u00a0other\u00a0key achievements are:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h4><b>Non-Alignment in Foreign Policy<\/b><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Nehru founded the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) in 1961, allowing India to stay neutral during the Cold War. NAM grew to 121 members, representing two-thirds of UN members and over half of the global population.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h4><b>Five-Year Plans &amp; Industrialization<\/b><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Nehru launched state-led development with the First Five-Year Plan (1951\u201356), achieving 3.6% GDP growth (vs 2.1% projected). He established major dams and IITs, and the Second Plan focused on heavy industry with steel plants like Bhilai and Durgapur.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h4><b>States Reorganisation Act (1956)<\/b><\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Nehru redrew state boundaries based on languages, forming 14 states and 6 union territories. This balanced national unity with linguistic diversity.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-9151\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.grabon.in\/gograbon\/indulge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/indian-pm-nehru-pm.jpg\" alt=\"Nehru Prime Minister Achievements\" width=\"665\" height=\"986\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.grabon.in\/gograbon\/indulge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/indian-pm-nehru-pm.jpg 665w, https:\/\/cdn.grabon.in\/gograbon\/indulge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/indian-pm-nehru-pm-283x420.jpg 283w, https:\/\/cdn.grabon.in\/gograbon\/indulge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/01\/indian-pm-nehru-pm-202x300.jpg 202w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 665px) 100vw, 665px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The list can go on. Considering he was India&#8217;s first Prime Minister and served for 17 years, it is hardly a surprise.<\/p>\n<p>So, that&#8217;s the country&#8217;s history. How well do you know the leaders who shaped our country?<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>After nearly two centuries under colonial rule, the country finally achieved independence in 1947. The Constituent Assembly adopted the Indian Constitution on November 26, 1949, which is celebrated as Constitution Day. However, it officially came into effect on January 26, 1950, which is celebrated as Republic Day. 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