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Zakir Husain Khan (8 February 1897 – 3 May 1969) was an Indian educationist and politician who served as the third president of India from 13 May 1967 until his death on 3 May 1969.
Dr Zakir Husain was the third President of India and the first Muslim to occupy that post. He was a renowned educationist and intellectual and his contribution in the development of modern India through education is invaluable.
Zakir Husain (born Feb. 8, 1897, Hyderabad, India—died May 3, 1969, New Delhi) was an Indian statesman, the first Muslim to hold the largely ceremonial position of president of India. His fostering of secularism was criticized by some Muslim activists.
Dr. Zakir Hussain, former President of the Republic of India, was a was a gracious and sedate man, truly a picture of old-world charm and dignity. Essentially a humanist and a rationalist in thought and deed, his works shine in efficacy and acclaim.
Dr. Zakir Husain served as the third President of India, holding office from May 13, 1967, until his demise on May 3, 1969. Born on February 8, 1897, in Hyderabad, Husain was not only an eminent Indian politician but also an educationist and intellectual whose impact transcended political boundaries.
Jul 21, 2017 · Dr. Hussain was the country's first Muslim president, who occupied the office for the shortest period. His untimely death two years after being elected made V.V. Giri the first acting president of India.
Oct 31, 2021 · Dr Zakir Husain, the first Muslim President of India and one of the founders of Jamia Millia Islamia, was born on 8 February, 1897 in Hyderabad Deccan where his father Fida Husain had settled...
Apr 25, 2017 · Dr. Zakir Husain is a Research Fellow at Indian Council of World Affairs (ICWA), New Delhi. He is a political economist. His research focus is Middle East, South Asia and the role of major powers.
Feb 6, 2021 · Zakir Husain Khan was born in Hyderabad State in Central India on 8 February, 1897. He was an Indian economist and politician who served as the third President of India, from 13 May, 1967, until his death on 3 May, 1969.
Feb 27, 2024 · Dr. Zakir Hussain, born on February 8, 1897, in Hyderabad, was an esteemed Indian educationist and politician who made history as the third President of India, serving from May 13, 1967, until his death on May 3, 1969. His early life was marked by the loss of his parents, which led him to pursue education with a fervent zeal.
