Occupation: Former President Of India Birth: December 19, 1934
A paradigm shift, where, in addition to, physical inputs for farming, a focused emphasis placed on knowledge inputs, can be a promising way forward. ….
It is important that the decorum and dignity of the House is upheld at all times. The image of Parliament in the public mind should be one where proc….
Our foremost priority is the removal of poverty, hunger and malnutrition, disease and illiteracy. All social welfare programmes must be implemented e….
Parliament of the country is the repository of the sovereign will of the people, and its successful functioning is a joint responsibility of both the….
Terrorism is not a limited threat, it is a world wide operation. Today, many countries in the east, and in the west, in the north, and in the south, ….
Financial institutions, the corporate world and civil society - all must uphold high standards of probity in their working. Only a genuine partnershi….
India is known for its sobriety and wisdom, balanced and sensible thinking. We need strong institutions and we need good governance in the country..
All issues, therefore, must be resolved through dialogue and there can be no place for violence. Negativity and rejection cannot be the path for a vi….
Five years ago, when I was elected, I had the feeling that the president doesn't have much to do. I've realized, though, that this is not a rubber-st….
Corruption is the enemy of development, and of good governance. It must be got rid of. Both the government and the people at large must come together….
I believe economic growth should translate into the happiness and progress of all. Along with it, there should be development of art and culture, li….
It is an ideology born out of hatred and its adherents belong to no religion, culture or civilisation..
Often, we are quick to find blame with others but yet are unable to give constructive responses. There seems to be a tendency to doubt almost everyth….
Women have talent and intelligence but due to social constraints and prejudices, it is still a long distance away from the goal of gender equality..
India-Seychelles relations have been characterized by close friendship, understanding and cooperation..
This post of President is a Constitutional post. It is the duty of everyone, all citizens to see that they respect the post... the institution of Pre….
There should be no effort, consciously or otherwise, that will lead to the erosion of institutional credibility and authority..
India seeks to be a permanent member of the U.N. Security Council... things like this don't happen automatically, you need constant dialogue and disc….