10 Things You May Not Know Lal Bahadur Shastri

Lal Bahadur Shastri was the second Prime Minister of India, serving from 1964 to 1966.

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Shastri was born on October 2, 1904, in Mughalsarai, Uttar Pradesh, India.

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Shastri actively participated in the Indian independence movement led by Mahatma Gandhi.

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Lal Bahadur Shastri coined the slogan "Jai Jawan Jai Kisan," which means "Hail the Soldier, Hail the Farmer."

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Shastri played a crucial role in India's Green Revolution

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During his tenure as Prime Minister, Lal Bahadur Shastri faced the challenge of the Indo-Pak War in 1965.

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Shastri signed the Tashkent Agreement with Pakistan's President, Ayub Khan, in January 1966.

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Lal Bahadur Shastri's sudden death on January 11, 1966, in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, remains a subject of speculation and controversy.

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Shastri was posthumously awarded the Bharat Ratna, India's highest civilian award, in 1966 for his significant contributions to the nation.

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Lal Bahadur Shastri's legacy as a humble and honest leader continues to inspire people in India.

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