Fakhruddin Ali Ahmed

Fakhruddin Ali Ahmed (May 13, 1905 - February 11, 1977) was President of India of 1974 to 1977.

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May 13 - 1905 - February 11 - 1977 - President of India - 1974

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He was educated at St. Stephen's College and subsequently became an active member of the Congress Party. He was chosen for the presidency by Prime Minister Indira Gandhi in 1974, becoming India's second Muslim President. He would later use his constitutional authority as head of state to allow her to rule by decree once emergency rule was proclaimed in 1975. He died while in office.

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St. Stephen's College - Congress Party - Indira Gandhi - 1974 - Muslim - Head of state - Rule by decree - 1975

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