Here’s a look at how these six Prime Ministers were pickedMorarji Desai (March 1977-July 1979)After two years of Emergency rule imposed by Prime Minister Indira Gandhi, Lok Sabha elections were called in March 1977. As talks for government formation proceeded, CFD decided to remain a separate group in Parliament supporting the Janata Party. In December, that year, Mr. Singh demanded a coalition government in Centre and States ruled by the Janata Party -i.e. Moreover, several Janata Party began questioning the dual membership held by Jana Sangh members who were also Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh members. Sworn-in on December 2, 1989 as Prime Minister along with his deputy Devi Lal, Mr. Singh served for almost a year.

Source: The Hindu June 03, 2024 09:17 UTC