In 1969, the open conflict between the Syndicate and Indira Gandhi became apparent. The death of President Zakir Hussain that year led to a vacancy in the position of President of India. Despite Mrs. Gandhi's reservations, the 'Syndicate' successfully put forth her enduring adversary and the then-Speaker of the Lok Sabha as the official Congress nominee for the upcoming Presidential elections. |
On which of the following post has V.V. Giri served? |
Vice-President and President Of India. Indian High Commissioner to Ceylon Governor of U.P., Kerala, and Mysore. All of the above. |
All of the above. |
V.V. Giri - President of India from 1969 to 1974; Congress worker and labor leader from Andhra Pradesh; IndianHigh Commissioner to Ceylon(Sri Lanka); Labour Minister in Union cabinet; Governor of U.P., Kerala, Mysore (Karnataka); Vice-President (1967-1969) and acting President after the death of President Zakir Hussain. |