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MAULANA ABUL KALAM AZAft'
(1888—1958)
Great nationalist leader, savant, philosopher, states-
man, powerful writer, superb conversationalist, elo-
quent speaker, eminent scholar of Persian, Arabic and
Urdu and Muslim theology. A typical representative
of Oriental culture. A devout Muslim and ardent
patriot, who worked earnestly for communal harmony
throughout life. President of Indian National Congress,
1923, 1930—32 and 1940—46. Was the first Minister
of Education in Independent India from 1947 to 1958.
Painted by—K. K. Hebbar.
Donated by—Members of Parliament.
Unveiled by—Dr. Rajendra Prasad, President of
India, on 16-12-1959.
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