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      • The premiership of Morarji Desai extended from 24 March 1977 to 15 July 1979. In the 1977 Indian general election Morarji Desai led the Janata Party to victory against the Congress party. Upon taking office, Morarji Desai became the first Indian Prime Minister not belonging to the Congress party.
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  2. The premiership of Morarji Desai extended from 24 March 1977 to 15 July 1979. In the 1977 Indian general election Morarji Desai led the Janata Party to victory against the Congress party. Upon taking office, Morarji Desai became the first Indian Prime Minister not belonging to the Congress party.

  3. Morarji Ranchhodji Desai (29 February 1896 – 10 April 1995) was an Indian independence activist and politician who served as the 4th Prime Minister of India between 1977 and 1979 leading the government formed by the Janata Party.

  4. Sep 5, 2018 · In 1978, when Morarji Desai got elected into Premiership, the government of India issued demonetisation of 1000, 5000 and 10000 rupee notes in a bid to combat corruption and black money. Back then, a Rs.1000 note could buy about 5 square feet of real estate space in south Bombay.

  5. May 31, 2024 · Morarji Desai (born Feb. 29, 1896, Bhadeli, Gujarat province, India—died April 10, 1995, Bombay [now Mumbai]) was the prime minister of India (1977–79), and the first leader of sovereign India not to represent the long-ruling Indian National Congress party.

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  6. Morarji Desai is one of the individuals whose personality and patriotism has made India a modern, powerful country. Desai, who dedicated his entire life to the nation, was an uncompromising freedom fighter, an efficient politician, a skilled MP.

  7. Morarji Desai served as the Prime Minister of India from 1977 to 1979. He was also the Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister of India prior to becoming the Prime Minister. Desai played a significant role in the Indian independence movement and was a prominent leader of the Indian National Congress. 2.

  8. Explore the comprehensive details of Morarji Desai, the Prime Minister of India, including his background, notable achievements, key policies, and impact on Indian governance. Stay informed about his leadership and vision for the nation.