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  1. Jun 3, 2021 · The Swatantra Party was founded by one of India’s most respected statesmen, C Rajagopalachari in 1959. Popularly known as ‘Rajaji’, he was a veteran Congress politician, he had held many senior positions in government, and was also the only Indian Governor-General of India.

  2. Jun 5, 2024 · C. Rajagopalachari was an Indian lawyer, independence activist, politician and writer. He was the first and last Indian Governor General of India after Lord Mountbatten left India in 1948. Although Sardar Patel was the initial choice but on the insistence of the then Prime Minister, Jawaharlal Nehru, he was made the Governor General.

  3. Dec 10, 2016 · C Rajagopalachari hosting a dinner at his house, Sarojini Naidu by his side. (Image: Rashtrapati Bhavan) These are excerpts from pamphlets and essays authored by C Rajagopalachari, which outline his vision for a new political party, as well as a radically transformed political space honouring individual liberty, free and fair competition, absence of state authoritarianism, and protection for minorities.

  4. Dec 10, 2018 · C Rajagopalachari with Pandit Nehru: Both men differed immensely on economic policy and other governance related matters, but personally held each other in great respect. (Source: Facebook ) Having said that, Rajaji’s support for prohibition, which still sees support in states like Bihar and Gujarat, are not in line with progressive economic thought.

  5. Dec 10, 2015 · One of the most influential leaders of India, C. Rajagopalachari, was born on December 10 in 1878. He was the Governor-General of India and had served India during the freedom struggle. On his 137th birth anniversary in 2015, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has tweeted to pay his tribute to the freedom fighter.

  6. Apr 22, 2023 · C. Rajagopalachari was a towering figure in Indian politics and society, whose contributions to the independence struggle, nation-building process, and promotion of individual freedom and economic growth continue to inspire people around the world. Rajaji’s legacy as a leader, thinker, and writer reflects his unwavering commitment to the ...

  7. Chief ministership of C. Rajagopalachari. C. Rajagopalachari (aka Rajaji) was the Prime Minister of the erstwhile Madras Presidency and the Chief Minister of Madras State of Independent India. He was the first Indian National Congress member to assume office in Madras Presidency. He served as the head of government for two terms spanning about ...