5 Leaders, who gave the country new direction

Trending 1. Dr. Manmohan Singh Dr. Manmohan Singh was twice a wise economist and Prime Minister of India. He laid the foundation for economic reforms in India. In 1991, the economy of India opened for the global market. Its policy has promoted foreign investment and private sector in the country. 2. Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar Dr. Ambedkar was the Creator of the Constitution of India and a great social reformer. He fought all his life for the rights of Dalits and backward classes. His ideas have given a new direction to India’s politics about social justice and equality. 3. Lal Bahadur Shastri Lal Bahadur Shastri was a symbol of honesty and simplicity, which united the country by giving the slogan “Jai Jawan Jai Kisan”. He led the country strongly in food crisis and war times. His policy was inspiring to the Boers and the Indian army. 4. Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Sardar Patel is called the ‘Iron Man’ because he united 562 Princely State and made India a strong nation. He strengthened the administrative structure and laid the basis of an uninterrupted India. It was only with its efforts that the organized India of today became possible. 5. Atal Bihari Vajpayee Atal Bihari Vajpayee was a vigilant speaker and visionary leader who brought India’s streets, IT and nuclear power to new heights. He made the country firmly forward and created a balance between peace and development. His leadership was a combination of liberal and nationalist thinking. Click here Life & Style Click for more stories Click here