Vice Presidents of India
The Vice President of India is the second-highest constitutional office in the country, after the President. Since the adoption of the Indian Constitution in 1950, India has had several Vice Presidents who have played pivotal roles in governance and legislation. Below is the complete list of Vice Presidents of India with their tenure, names, and important contributions.
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All Vice Presidents of India List
This chronological list of Vice Presidents of India not only highlights key political figures but also reflects India’s constitutional evolution. For students, researchers, and competitive exam aspirants, knowing the Vice Presidents of India list with years and contributions is essential.
| Name of Vice-president | Period |
| Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan (First Vice-President of India) | 13 May 1952 – 12 May 1957; 13 May 1957 – 12 May 1962 |
| Zakir Hussain | 13 May 1962 – 12 May 1967 |
| V. V. Giri | 13 May 1967 – 3 May 1969 |
| Gopal Swarup Pathak | 31 August 1969 – 30 August 1974 |
| B. D. Jatti | 31 August 1974 – 30 August 1979 |
| Mohammad Hidayatullah | 31 August 1979 – 30 August 1984 |
| R. Venkataraman | 31 August 1984 – 24 July 1987 |
| Shankar Dayal Sharma | 3 September 1987 – 24 July 1992 |
| K. R. Narayanan | 21 August 1992 – 24 July 1997 |
| Krishan Kant | 21 August 1997 – 27 July 2002 |
| Bhairon Singh Shekhawat | 19 August 2002 – 21 July 2007 |
| Mohammad Hamid Ansari | 11 August 2007 – 11 August 2012; 11 August 2012 – 11 August 2017 |
| Venkaiah Naidu | 11 August 2017 – 11 August 2022 |
| Jagdeep Dhankhar | 11 August 2022 – Incumbent |
List of Vice Presidents of India PDF
Here is a comprehensive list of the Vice Presidents of India, showcasing the leaders who have held this important position in the country’s history.
Importance of the Vice President in India
The Vice President of India is also the ex-officio Chairman of the Rajya Sabha (Upper House of Parliament). The role involves presiding over parliamentary sessions, ensuring legislative discipline, and stepping in as Acting President of India when required.
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Vice Presidents of India FAQs
Here are some frequently asked questions about the Vice President of India that are important for various competitive exams.
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