When was Karan Singh born?

Karan Singh was born on 9 March 1931 in Cannes.

What positions has Karan Singh held?

Positions held by Karan Singh include: ambassador of India to the United States (1989–1990); Governor of Jammu and Kashmir (1965–1967); Member of the Lok Sabha; member of Rajya Sabha; Member of the 7th Lok Sabha.

Where did Karan Singh study?

Karan Singh was educated at University of Delhi, University of Kashmir, Presentation Convent High School, Sri Pratap College.

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Karan Singh

करण सिंह

Indian politician

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Karan Singh (born 9 March 1931) is an Indian politician and philosopher. He is the titular Maharaja of the princely state of Jammu and Kashmir. From 1952 to 1965 he was the Sadr-i-Riyasat (President) of the state of Jammu and Kashmir. He is the chairperson trustee of the Dharmarth Trust of Jammu and Kashmir which maintains 175 temples in north India and works in other areas such as historical preservation.

Quick facts

Born: 9 March 1931 wd
Place of birth: Cannes wd
Citizenship: India, British Raj wd
Occupation: politician, diplomat, autobiographer, writer wd
Political party: Indian National Congress wd
Education: University of Delhi, University of Kashmir, Presentation Convent High School, Sri Pratap College wd
Official website: karansingh.com wd

Positions held wd

ambassador of India to the United States (1989–1990)
Governor of Jammu and Kashmir (30 March 1965 – 15 May 1967)
Member of the Lok Sabha
member of Rajya Sabha
Member of the 7th Lok Sabha

Awards wd

Padma Vibhushan in Public Affairs (2005)
Outstanding Parliamentarian Award (2011)
Banga Bibhushan (2011)

About

Singh was a member of India's Upper House of Parliament, the Rajya Sabha, representing the national capital territory of Delhi. He is a senior member of the Indian National Congress party who served successively as President (Sadr-i-Riyasat) and Governor of the Indian-administered Jammu and Kashmir. He was a life trustee and president of India International Centre. He was elected chancellor of Banaras Hindu University for three terms until 2018 when he was succeeded by Giridhar Malaviya. He has been a prospective presidential candidate over the years.

Questions

When was Karan Singh born?: Karan Singh was born on 9 March 1931 in Cannes.
What positions has Karan Singh held?: Positions held by Karan Singh include: ambassador of India to the United States (1989–1990); Governor of Jammu and Kashmir (1965–1967); Member of the Lok Sabha; member of Rajya Sabha; Member of the 7th Lok Sabha.
Where did Karan Singh study?: Karan Singh was educated at University of Delhi, University of Kashmir, Presentation Convent High School, Sri Pratap College.

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