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Sign in to searchChakravarti Rajagopalachari – First Indian Governor-General
Recently, the President of India, Droupadi Murmu, unveiled a statue of Chakravarti Rajagopalachari (Rajaji) at Rashtrapati Bhavan, symbolically placing him opposite Mahatma Gandhi. This recognition highlights Rajaji’s enduring contribution to India’s political, administrative, and intellectual legacy.
Rajagopalachari (1878–1972) was a prominent freedom fighter, lawyer, administrator, and writer. He played a key role in the Indian independence movement, closely associated with Gandhi, who described him as his “conscience keeper.” Rajaji actively participated in the Non-Cooperation Movement and led the Vedaranyam Salt Satyagraha, a southern counterpart to the Dandi March.
Historically, Rajaji holds the distinction of being the last and only Indian Governor-General of India (1948–1950), succeeding Lord Mountbatten. His tenure marked a crucial transition from colonial governance to a fully sovereign republic in 1950. He also served as Premier/Chief Minister of Madras, Governor of West Bengal, and Union Home Minister, demonstrating administrative versatility.
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