Step into the world of India's top leaders with our exciting GK Quiz on Presidents of India! From wise statesmen to famous scientists, India's presidential history is filled with amazing leaders who guided the country through many years of growth and change.
This quiz lets you learn about the interesting stories of each president. Many prominent figures helped write India's constitution and those who led the country through global affairs and local improvements and here we cover it all. Learn about their successes, challenges, and lasting impacts as you answer interesting questions about the diverse leadership in the world's largest democracy.
1. Who was the first President of India?
a) Rajendra Prasad
b) S. Radhakrishnan
c) Zakir Husain
d) V. V. Giri
Answer: a) Rajendra Prasad
Explanation: The Hon'ble President of India website mentions: "Dr. Rajendra Prasad served as the first President of India, holding the office from January 26, 1950, until May 13, 1962."
2. Who was the first woman to hold the office of the President of India?
a) Pratibha Patil
b) Indira Gandhi
c) Sarojini Naidu
d) Sucheta Kriplani
Answer: a) Pratibha Patil
Explanation: The Embassies of India website states: "Pratibha Devisingh Patil made history as she took oath as India’s first woman President on July 25, committing herself to work for the well-being of its citizens and setting an agenda for the nation on issues such as women’s empowerment, modern education and inclusive growth."
3. Which President of India was a renowned scientist and played a key role in India's space and missile programs?
a) Shankar Dayal Sharma
b) A. P. J. Abdul Kalam
c) R. Venkataraman
d) K. R. Narayanan
Answer: b) A. P. J. Abdul Kalam
Explanation: Before becoming India's 11th president (2002-2007), A.P.J. Abdul Kalam was a respected scientist who significantly contributed to India's defence capabilities, including its missile and nuclear programs.
4. Who was the first Muslim President of India?
a) Zakir Husain
b) Fakhruddin Ali Ahmed
c) A. P. J. Abdul Kalam
d) Zail Singh
Answer: a) Zakir Husain
Explanation: On May 13, 1967, Husain was elected as the President of India, marking a historic moment as he became the first Muslim to hold this office and the first to pass away while serving.
5. Which President of India served two consecutive terms?
a) S. Radhakrishnan
b) Neelam Sanjiva Reddy
c) Rajendra Prasad
d) V. V. Giri
Answer: c) Rajendra Prasad
Explanation: Dr. Rajendra Prasad served as the President of India for two consecutive terms from 1952 to 1962. He was elected to the presidency in 1952 and re-elected in 1957.
6. Who was the first President of India to die in office?
a) Zakir Husain
b) Fakhruddin Ali Ahmed
c) R. Venkataraman
d) Both a) and b)
Answer: d) Both a) and b)
Explanation: India's history has seen two presidents, Zakir Husain and Fakhruddin Ali Ahmed, tragically pass away while in office. In these instances, the vice presidents stepped up to become acting presidents until a new leader could be elected.
7. Who was the President of India when the country celebrated its 50th year of Independence in 1997?
a) K. R. Narayanan
b) Shankar Dayal Sharma
c) R. Venkataraman
d) A. P. J. Abdul Kalam
Answer: a) K. R. Narayanan
Explanation: K. R. Narayanan was the President of India during the golden jubilee celebrations of the country's independence.
8. Who was the President of India during the Emergency declared in 1975?
a) V. V. Giri
b) Neelam Sanjiva Reddy
c) Fakhruddin Ali Ahmed
d) Zail Singh
Answer: c) Fakhruddin Ali Ahmed
Explanation: During the Emergency declared in 1975, Fakhruddin Ali Ahmed was the President of India.
9. Which President of India previously served as the Governor of Bihar?
a) R. Venkataraman
b) Shankar Dayal Sharma
c) Pranab Mukherjee
d) Zakir Husain
Answer: d) Zakir Husain
Explanation: Zakir Husain served as the Governor of Bihar from 1962 to 1967 before being elected as the third President of India in 1967.
10. Who is the current President of India as of 2024?
a) Ram Nath Kovind
b) Pranab Mukherjee
c) Droupadi Murmu
d) A. P. J. Abdul Kalam
Answer: c) Droupadi Murmu
Explanation: As of 2024, the current President of India is Droupadi Murmu.