Bharat Ratna Awardees
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Important Contributions
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Karpoori Thakur (Posthumous) (politician and former Bihar chief minister) (1924-1988)
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- Karpoori Thakur, a distinguished Indian political figure, served as the Chief Minister of Bihar.
- His legacy is etched in Bihar’s political landscape.
- Thakur championed social justice, implementing measures such as reservations in education and jobs.
- He was popularly known as referred to as 'Jan Nayak' (people's leader).
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Lal Krishna Advani (politician and former deputy prime minister) (1927)
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- Lal Krishna Advani, a stalwart in Indian politics, played a pivotal role in shaping the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).
- Advani served as both the home minister and deputy Prime Minister under the leadership of Atal Bihari Vajpayee from 1999 to 2004.
- Advani’s political journey spans decades, reflecting his unwavering commitment to conservative values.
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Pamulaparthi Venkata Narasimha Rao (Posthumous) (former Prime Minister of India) (1921-2004)
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- PV Narasimha Rao, the 9th Prime Minister of India, led the country through significant economic reforms and global changes.
- His pragmatic approach and ability to make tough decisions earned him praise, albeit sometimes controversial.
- Rao’s tenure marked a crucial juncture in India’s economic trajectory, leaving a lasting impact on the nation’s development.
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Chaudhary Charan Singh (Posthumous) (former Prime Minister of India) (1902-1987)
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- Chaudhary Charan Singh, a prominent political figure, served as the Prime Minister of India.
- He staunchly advocated for farmers’ rights and rural development.
- His legacy resonates through his unwavering commitment to the agrarian community.
- Singh’s contributions continue to shape policies and discussions related to agriculture in India.
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Mankombu Sambasivan Swaminathan (Posthumous) (agriculture scientist) (1925-2023)
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- ·Dr. Monkomb Sambasivan Swaminathan, fondly known as the ‘Father of the Green Revolution’, played a pivotal role in transforming Indian agriculture. His monumental contributions to our nation include:
- Self-Reliance in Agriculture: Dr. Swaminathan’s visionary leadership helped India achieve self-reliance in agriculture during challenging times.
- Modernization of Indian Agriculture: He made outstanding efforts towards modernizing Indian agriculture, ensuring food security and prosperity.
- Innovator and Mentor: Dr. Swaminathan encouraged learning and research among students, leaving an indelible mark on agricultural science.
- International Influence: He served as the Independent Chairman of the Food and Agricultural Organisation Council, President of the International Union for the Conservation of Nature and Natural Resources, and President of the World Wide Fund for Nature (India).
- Director General of Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR): His tenure at ICAR furthered agricultural research and development.
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