The only president to serve for two terms in office
1962-67
A prominent philosopher, writer, a Knight of the Realm. He was also made a Knight of the Golden Army of Angels by Pope Paul VI
1967-1969
Died before his term of office was ended
1969 (Acting)
Resigned in a few months to take part in the presidential elections
1969 (Acting)
Served as acting president until the election of Giri as the President of India
1969-1974
The only person to have served as both an acting president and president of India
1974-1977
Was the second Indian president to have died during a term of office
1977 (Acting)
Earlier functioned as the Chief Minister for the State of Mysore
In Office
President
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1977-1982
Was unanimously elected Speaker of the Lok Sabha in March 1977 and relinquished this office to become the 6th President of India
1982-1987
In March 1972, Singh assumed the position of chief Minister of Punjab.
1987-1992
In 1942, Venkataraman was jailed by the British for his involvement in the India's independence movement.
1992-1997
Sharma was Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh. He has also served as the governor of Andhra Pradesh, Punjab and Maharashtra.
1997-2002
Narayanan served as India's ambassador to various countries. He received doctorates in Science and Law and was also a chancellor in several universities.
2002-2007
Kalam, was a scientist who played a leading role in the development of India's ballistic missile and nuclear weapons programs.
2007-present
Patil is the first woman to become the President of India.
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