Fakhruddin Ali Ahmed

✅He served as the fifth President of India, holding the office from August 24, 1974, until his death on February 11, 1977. ✅Contribution in Freedom Struggle : He joined the Indian National Congress and was a loyal follower of Mahatma Gandhi, participating in the individual Satyagraha and Quit India Movement for which he was arrested in 1942. ✅Political Career : He held several significant political positions. ✅He was elected to the Rajya Sabha in 1952 and subsequently to the Lok Sabha in 1967. He held portfolios such as Food and Agriculture, Cooperation, Education, Industrial Development, and Company Laws. ✅In 1974, Fakhruddin Ali Ahmed was elected as the President of India. ✅His presidency is notable for his decision to proclaim a state of emergency by the advice of the then Prime Minister, Indira Gandhi, in 1975. His tenure was marked by his dedication to uphold the Constitution. ✅Legacy: He passed away in office on February 11, 1977, the first Indian President to die in office.