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President of the Union of India is the Head of State and also the first citizen of the country. He is also the commander-in-chief of the Indian Armed forces. Although vested with powers by the Constitution of India, the position remains mostly a ceremonial role, with the major executive powers resting with the Prime Minister and his cabinet ministers.
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English (EN)The second President of India was an eminent philosopher and writer who served in office from May 13, 1962 till May 13, 1967. He also held the position of Vice-Chancellor of Andhra and Banaras Hindu ...
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He is the only person to have served as the acting President and the President of India. His office term lasted between August 24, 1969 and August 24, 1974. He also served as India's first high ...
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The first among thirteen Presidents of Independent India was Rajendra Prasad. He took office in 1952 till 1957 and was re-elected for a second term that ended on May 12, 1962. A freedom fighter, he ...
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