India has been a home to numerous legends, who created history in various fields such as politics, entertainment, business, sports or education. Regardless of being a developing nation, the country has managed to make a distinctive place in the world.
The country has achieved various feats with the vital contribution of many individuals, right from the pre-independence time. And one such contributor is Dr. Zakir Hussain. He, apart from being the President of India, played a fundamental role in uplifting country’s education. Here we present you some of the interesting facts about Dr. Zakir Hussain on his birth anniversary:
Interesting facts about Dr. Zakir Hussain on his birth anniversary:
- Born on February 8, 1897, in Uttar Pradesh, Dr. Zakir Hussain along with a group of students founded National Muslim University in Aligarh (now known as Jamia Millia Islamia University)
- At the time, when India was struggling against British Rule, Hussain emerged as a most prominent educational thinker
- In 1954, Hussain was honored with the Padma Vibhushan
- In 1957, Hussain became the Governor of Bihar and after that he became the second Vice-President of India
- In 1963, Zakir Hussain was awarded the Bharat Ratna award
- In 1967, Dr. Hussain became the third President of India and created history by being the first Muslim president
- After his demise in 1969, he also became the first President of India who died in office