Manmohan Singh
Manmohan Singh is a distinguished Indian economist and politician who served as the 13th Prime Minister of India from 2004 to 2014. Here is detailed information about his life, career, and contributions:
Early Life and Education
Career
Economic Roles
Political Career
- Joined politics in 1991 under Rajiv Gandhi's government, becoming the Finance Minister of India.
- Noted for initiating significant economic reforms in 1991, which led to the liberalization of the Indian economy.
- Appointed as the Leader of the Opposition in the Rajya Sabha from 1998 to 2004.
- Became the Prime Minister of India in 2004, heading the United Progressive Alliance government.
Tenure as Prime Minister
Personal Life
- Married to Gursharan Kaur in 1958, with whom he has three daughters.
- Known for his scholarly demeanor, he has published numerous articles and books on economics.
- He is often described as a man of integrity and simplicity, maintaining a low profile in comparison to many other political leaders.
Legacy
- Manmohan Singh is widely credited with laying the foundation for the economic liberalization of India.
- His tenure as Prime Minister is remembered for both economic achievements and controversies.
- Received several awards, including the Padma Vibhushan in 2007.
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