Zakir Husain

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Zakir Husain Biography

Zakir Husain Khan was an Indian economist and politician and later became the third president of India. He also served as the governor of Bihar from and the second vice president of India from 1962 to 1967.
Moreover, he was awarded the Bharat Ratna in 1963. Husain was the first Indian President, who died in office due to heart attack.

Zakir Husain Personal Life

Full Name	Zakir Husain
Date of Birth	08 Feb 1897
Date of Death	03 May 1969 (Age 72)
Place of Birth	Hyderabad
Party Name	Independent
Education	Doctorate in economics
Profession	Politician, Economist
Father's Name	Fida Husain Khan
Mother's Name	Naznin Begum
Spouse's Name	Shahjehan Begum
Children	2 Daughter(s)

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Interesting Facts about Zakir Husain

Zakir Husain was the co-founder of Jamia Milia Islamia, served as its vice-chancellor from 1928. During his era, Jamia became closely associated with the Indian freedom movement.

Political Timeline of Zakir Husain

• 1967 – 1969 : Zakir Husain served as the third President of India.
• 1962 – 1967 : Husain was the second Vice President of India.
• 1957 – 1962 : He became the fourth Governor of Bihar.
• 1952 – 1962 : Zakir Husain nominated as Member of Parliament, Rajya Sabha

Zakir Husain Achievements

Zakir Husain received the Bharat Ratna award in 1963.

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