Which of the following statements is incorrect with regard to V.V. Giri?

He served as the President of India for two consecutive terms.

V.V. Giri did not serve as the President of India for two consecutive terms. He served as the President from 1969-74 which was a single term.

V.V. Giri (1894-1980) held the presidency of India from 1969 to 1974. He began as a Congress worker and labour leader in Andhra Pradesh before expanding his influence.
He served as the Indian High Commissioner to Ceylon (Sri Lanka), the Labor Minister in the Union cabinet. He held the post of Governor in Uttar Pradesh, Kerala, and Mysore (Karnataka).
Giri's trajectory also included being Vice-President (1967-1969) and acting President following President Zakir Hussain's passing in 1969.
Notably, he contested and won the presidential election as an independent candidate, backed by the support of Indira Gandhi.
This multifaceted leader's journey exemplified his commitment to various roles and his dedication to the progress of India.