Thursday, April 16, 2026

What are lesser known facts about Indian politicians?

Former Indian Prime minister Morarji Desai got the highest Indian and Pakistan Civilian honor.

Bharat Ratna : Morarji Desai was awarded Bharat Ratna, the highest Indian civilian honor in 1991.

He was awarded Bharat Ratna along with Sardar Patel and Rajiv Gandhi.

Nishan E Pakistan : He was awarded Nishan E Pakistan , the highest Pakistan civilian honor in 1990.

He is the only Indian Prime minister ; who got the highest Pakistan civilian honor.

Irony : As the Indian Prime minister, he suspended the Bharat Ratna and Padma awards in 1978.

As the Indian Prime Minister , he controversially downsized Research and Analysis Wing.

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