365telugu.com online news,27th,Decmber,2024:These are the some interesting facts about Manmohan Singh
First Sikh Prime Minister:
He was the first Sikh to hold the office of Prime Minister in India, serving two consecutive terms from 2004 to 2014.
Architect of Economic Reforms:
As Finance Minister in 1991, he introduced groundbreaking economic reforms that liberalized India’s economy, helping transition it from a closed to an open market.
Oxford and Cambridge Alumni:
Dr. Singh earned his degrees in Economics from the University of Cambridge and a DPhil from the University of Oxford, making him one of the most highly educated leaders of India.
Multilingual Proficiency:
He was fluent in several languages, including English, Punjabi, Hindi, and Urdu.
A Scholar and Academic:
Before entering politics, he served as a professor, economist, and bureaucrat. He was also the Governor of the Reserve Bank of India from 1982 to 1985.
Man of Simplicity:
Known for his humble lifestyle, Dr. Singh was often praised for his integrity and soft-spoken demeanor.