During which years did Morarji Desai hold the position of Deputy Prime Minister?
1) 1950-1955
2) 1967-1969
3) 1977-1979
4) 1985-1987

Choose the correct answer from the given options:

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Morarji Desai (1896-1995) was a prominent figure in the Indian freedom struggle, known for his dedication to Gandhian principles. He was a strong advocate of Khadi, naturopathy, and prohibition. Morarji Desai served as the Chief Minister of Bombay State and later as Deputy Prime Minister from 1967 to 1969. Following the split in the Congress party, he joined the Congress (O) faction. Notably, he made history by becoming the Prime Minister of India from 1977 to 1979, marking the first time a non-Congress party member held this position.