When was Morarji Desai born?

Morarji Desai was born on 29 February 1896 in Valsad district.

What positions has Morarji Desai held?

Positions held by Morarji Desai include: Minister of Home Affairs (1978–1979); Prime Minister of India (1977–1979); Minister of Finance (1967–1969); Deputy Prime Minister of India (1967–1969); Prime Minister of the State of Bombay (1952–1956).

Where did Morarji Desai study?

Morarji Desai was educated at Wilson College, Mumbai.

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Prime Minister of India (1977-1979)

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Morarji Ranchhodji Desai was an Indian politician and independence activist who served as the prime minister of India between 1977 and 1979 leading the government formed by the Janata Party. During his long career in politics, he held many important posts in government such as the chief minister of Bombay State, the home minister, the finance minister, and the deputy prime minister.

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Born: 29 February 1896 wd
Place of birth: Valsad district wd
Died: 10 April 1995 wd
Place of death: Mumbai wd
Citizenship: British Raj, India wd
Occupation: politician, peace activist, badminton executive and administrator wd
Political party: Janata Party (since 1969), Indian National Congress wd
Education: Wilson College, Mumbai wd

Positions held wd

Minister of Home Affairs (1 July 1978 – 28 July 1979)
Prime Minister of India (24 March 1977 – 28 July 1979)
Minister of Finance (13 March 1967 – 16 July 1969)
Deputy Prime Minister of India (13 March 1967 – 16 July 1969)
Prime Minister of the State of Bombay (1952–1956)
Member of the Lok Sabha

Awards wd

Bharat Ratna (1991)

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When was Morarji Desai born?: Morarji Desai was born on 29 February 1896 in Valsad district.
What positions has Morarji Desai held?: Positions held by Morarji Desai include: Minister of Home Affairs (1978–1979); Prime Minister of India (1977–1979); Minister of Finance (1967–1969); Deputy Prime Minister of India (1967–1969); Prime Minister of the State of Bombay (1952–1956).
Where did Morarji Desai study?: Morarji Desai was educated at Wilson College, Mumbai.

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