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	}}'''Dr. Rajendra Prasad''' (3 December 1884 – 28 February 1963) was an Indian [[freedom fighter]], lawyer, scholar, and the '''first President of India'''. He played a major role in the [[Indian Independence Movement]] and in framing the [[Constitution of India]] as President of the [[Constituent Assembly of India]].<ref>https://www.britannica.com/biography/Rajendra-Prasad</ref>		}}'''Dr. Rajendra Prasad''' (3 December 1884 – 28 February 1963) was an Indian freedom fighter, lawyer, scholar, and the '''first President of India'''. He played a major role in the [[Indian Independence Movement]] and in framing the [[Constitution of India]] as President of the [[Constituent Assembly of India]].<ref>https://www.britannica.com/biography/Rajendra-Prasad</ref>

	== Early Life and Education ==		== Early Life and Education ==
	Rajendra Prasad was born in [[Ziradei]], a village in the [[Siwan district]] of [[Bihar]]. His father, '''Mahadev Sahai Srivastava''', was a scholar in Persian and Sanskrit, while his mother, '''Kamleshwari Devi''', was deeply religious.		Rajendra Prasad was born in Ziradei, a village in the Siwan district of [[Bihar]]. His father, '''Mahadev Sahai Srivastava''', was a scholar in Persian and Sanskrit, while his mother, '''Kamleshwari Devi''', was deeply religious.

	He excelled in academics, topping the entrance exam at the [[University of Calcutta]]. He later studied law and became a successful lawyer and educator.		He excelled in academics, topping the entrance exam at the University of Calcutta. He later studied law and became a successful lawyer and educator.

	== Role in Freedom Struggle ==		== Role in Freedom Struggle ==
	Influenced by [[Mahatma Gandhi]], he joined the [[Non-Cooperation Movement]] and later participated in the [[Salt Satyagraha]] and [[Quit India Movement]]. He was imprisoned multiple times for his role in the freedom struggle.		Influenced by [[Mahatma Gandhi]], he joined the [[Non-Cooperation Movement]] and later participated in the Salt Satyagraha and [[Quit India Movement]]. He was imprisoned multiple times for his role in the freedom struggle.

	He also served as President of the [[Indian National Congress]] and was known for his simplicity, humility, and discipline.		He also served as President of the [[Indian National Congress]] and was known for his simplicity, humility, and discipline.
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	}}'''Dr. Rajendra Prasad''' (3 December 1884 – 28 February 1963) was an Indian [[freedom fighter]], lawyer, scholar, and the '''first President of India'''. He played a major role in the [[Indian Independence Movement]] and in framing the [[Constitution of India]] as President of the [[Constituent Assembly of India]].<ref>https://www.britannica.com/biography/Rajendra-Prasad</ref>		}}'''Dr. Rajendra Prasad''' (3 December 1884 – 28 February 1963) was an Indian [[freedom fighter]], lawyer, scholar, and the '''first President of India'''. He played a major role in the [[Indian Independence Movement]] and in framing the [[Constitution of India]] as President of the [[Constituent Assembly of India]].<ref>https://www.britannica.com/biography/Rajendra-Prasad</ref>

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	}}		}}'''Dr. Rajendra Prasad''' (3 December 1884 – 28 February 1963) was an Indian [[freedom fighter]], lawyer, scholar, and the '''first President of India'''. He played a major role in the [[Indian Independence Movement]] and in framing the [[Constitution of India]] as President of the [[Constituent Assembly of India]].<ref>https://www.britannica.com/biography/Rajendra-Prasad</ref>
	'''Dr. Rajendra Prasad''' (3 December 1884 – 28 February 1963) was an Indian [[freedom fighter]], lawyer, scholar, and the '''first President of India'''. He played a major role in the [[Indian Independence Movement]] and in framing the [[Constitution of India]] as President of the [[Constituent Assembly of India]].<ref>https://www.britannica.com/biography/Rajendra-Prasad</ref>

	== Early Life and Education ==		== Early Life and Education ==
	Rajendra Prasad was born in [[Ziradei]], a village in the [[Siwan district]] of [[Bihar]]. His father, '''Mahadev Sahai Srivastava''', was a scholar in Persian and Sanskrit, while his mother, '''Kamleshwari Devi''', was deeply religious.		Rajendra Prasad was born in [[Ziradei]], a village in the [[Siwan district]] of [[Bihar]]. His father, '''Mahadev Sahai Srivastava''', was a scholar in Persian and Sanskrit, while his mother, '''Kamleshwari Devi''', was deeply religious.

	He excelled in academics, topping the entrance exam at the [[University of Calcutta]]. He later studied law and became a successful lawyer and educator.~~<ref>https://www.thebetterindia.com/140462/dr-rajendra-prasad-bio-independence-president/</ref>~~		He excelled in academics, topping the entrance exam at the [[University of Calcutta]]. He later studied law and became a successful lawyer and educator.

	== Role in Freedom Struggle ==		== Role in Freedom Struggle ==
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	== President of India ==		== President of India ==
	On 26 January 1950, when India became a Republic, Dr. Rajendra Prasad was elected the '''first President of India'''. He was re-elected in 1952 and again in 1957, becoming the '''only Indian President to serve two full terms'''.~~<ref>https://rashtrapatisachivalaya.gov.in/rajendra-prasad</ref>~~		On 26 January 1950, when India became a Republic, Dr. Rajendra Prasad was elected the '''first President of India'''. He was re-elected in 1952 and again in 1957, becoming the '''only Indian President to serve two full terms'''.

	He was widely respected for being impartial and upholding the dignity of the office.		He was widely respected for being impartial and upholding the dignity of the office.
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'''Dr. Rajendra Prasad''' (3 December 1884 – 28 February 1963) was an Indian [[freedom fighter]], lawyer, scholar, and the '''first President of India'''. He played a major role in the [[Indian Independence Movement]] and in framing the [[Constitution of India]] as President of the [[Constituent Assembly of India]].<ref>https://www.britannica.com/biography/Rajendra-Prasad</ref>

== Early Life and Education ==
Rajendra Prasad was born in [[Ziradei]], a village in the [[Siwan district]] of [[Bihar]]. His father, '''Mahadev Sahai Srivastava''', was a scholar in Persian and Sanskrit, while his mother, '''Kamleshwari Devi''', was deeply religious.

He excelled in academics, topping the entrance exam at the [[University of Calcutta]]. He later studied law and became a successful lawyer and educator.<ref>https://www.thebetterindia.com/140462/dr-rajendra-prasad-bio-independence-president/</ref>

== Role in Freedom Struggle ==
Influenced by [[Mahatma Gandhi]], he joined the [[Non-Cooperation Movement]] and later participated in the [[Salt Satyagraha]] and [[Quit India Movement]]. He was imprisoned multiple times for his role in the freedom struggle.

He also served as President of the [[Indian National Congress]] and was known for his simplicity, humility, and discipline.

== President of India ==
On 26 January 1950, when India became a Republic, Dr. Rajendra Prasad was elected the '''first President of India'''. He was re-elected in 1952 and again in 1957, becoming the '''only Indian President to serve two full terms'''.<ref>https://rashtrapatisachivalaya.gov.in/rajendra-prasad</ref>

He was widely respected for being impartial and upholding the dignity of the office.

== Literary Works ==
Dr. Prasad was also a prolific writer. His major works include:
* ''India Divided''
* ''Satyagraha at Champaran''
* ''Atmakatha'' (autobiography)

== Awards and Recognition ==
In 1962, he was awarded the [[Bharat Ratna]], India's highest civilian honor, for his service to the nation.

== Personal Life ==
He was married to '''Rajvanshi Devi''' and had one son. Despite holding the highest constitutional office, he led a simple and austere life.

== Death and Legacy ==
Dr. Rajendra Prasad passed away on 28 February 1963 in [[Patna]]. His residence has been converted into the '''Rajendra Smriti Sangrahalaya''' (memorial museum). He remains a towering figure in Indian history for his dedication, service, and moral integrity.

== See Also ==
* [[President of India]]
* [[Indian National Congress]]
* [[Constitution of India]]
* [[Freedom Movement]]
* [[Bharat Ratna]]

== References ==
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