Monday, December 23, 2024

Chaudhary Charan Singh's Birth Anniversary

 

Chaudhary Charan Singh, born on 23 December 1902, served as the 5th Prime Minister of India between 28 July 1979 and 14 January 1980. Historians and people alike frequently refer to him as the 'champion of India's peasants.'

The Legacy of Chaudhary Charan Singh

Chaudhary Charan Singh, often referred to as the "Champion of Farmers," played a pivotal role in empowering farmers during his tenure as Prime Minister from 1979 to 1980. He introduced landmark reforms such as the Debt Redemption Bill of 1939, which freed farmers from exploitative moneylenders and implemented policies that significantly advanced agricultural self-reliance in India. His contributions to land reforms in Uttar Pradesh transformed the agricultural landscape. In recognition of his legacy, his memorial in New Delhi is named Kishan Ghat.


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