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Dr. Avul Pakir Jainulabdeen Abdul Kalam is the name of Knowledge, Decency, Statesmanship, Patriotism, Glory, and Inspiration. Even if, he is no longer among us, but, his name and his deeds are and always will be motivating millions of youngsters on the planet. He still lives in the hearts of the millions of Indians. His journey from selling the Newspapers to be a President of the Nation is truly more than a miracle. Being a perfect embodiment of Science, he truly deserves to be called the ‘ Missile Man of India.’ Life with simplicity and personality with high thinking were the two major weapons of Kalam to tackle the problems of life. His name will always be taken with pride in History. Contents • • • • • • • • • • Biography/Wiki Avul Pakir Jainulabdeen Abdul Kalam was born on 15 October 1931 in a Muslim family in Rameswaram, Madras Presidency, British India. Kalam was the youngest of his five siblings. His father, Jainulabdeen was the Imam of a mosque and owned a boat. His father took Hindu pilgrims from Dhanushkodi (Now, uninhabited) to Rameshwaram or vice-versa. His mother was a homemaker. His forefathers had a good business of trading grocery back and forth between Tamil Nadu and Sri Lanka. Moreover, they used to ferry pilgrims between mainland Tamil Nadu and Pamban Island. Therefore, the family earned the title of “ Mara Kalam Iyakkivar” (Wooden boat-steerers). When Pamban bridge was constructed and came into operation in 1914, his family business failed and property ...

A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, (born Oct. 15, 1931, Rameswaram, India—died July 27, 2015, Shillong), Indian president (2002–07). After graduating from the Madras Institute of Technology, Kalam played a leading role in the development of India’s missile and nuclear weapons programs. He planned a program that produced a number of successful missiles, helping earn him the nickname “Missile Man.” Beginning in the early 1990s, he also served as scientific adviser to the government, and his prominent role in India’s 1998 nuclear weapons tests established Kalam as a national hero. In 2002 the Hindu nationalist (Hindutva) National Democratic Alliance nominated Kalam, a Muslim, to succeed outgoing President K.R. Narayanan. Kalam easily won the elections in 2002, and in the largely ceremonial post he sought to use science and technology to transform India into a developed country. In 2007 he was succeeded by Pratibha Patil, the country’s first woman president. Related Article Summaries

A.P.J. Abdul Kalam created the Technology Vision 2020 project in 1998. The project sought to develop India’s economy through technology, particularly as applied to agriculture, and increase the availability of health care and education. In recognition of Kalam’s services to the country and broad popularity, the National Democratic Alliance nominated him for president in 2002. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam won many awards, both from the Indian government and from the international community. His most notable awards were the Padma Vibhushan, won in 1990, and the Bharat Ratna, won in 1997, for his contributions to science and engineering and service to the government. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, in full Avul Pakir Jainulabdeen Abdul Kalam, (born October 15, 1931, Kalam earned a degree in Explore India Quiz From 1992 to 1997 Kalam was scientific adviser to the defense minister, and he later served as principal scientific adviser (1999–2001) to the government with the rank of cabinet minister. His prominent role in the Technology Vision 2020, which he described as a road map for transforming India from a less-developed to a developed society in 20 years. The plan called for, among other measures, increasing agricultural productivity, emphasizing

11 th President of India (July 25, 2002 – July 25, 2007) Date of Birth: October 15, 1931 Place of Birth: Rameswaram, Ramnad District, Madras Presidency, British India Parents: Jainulabdeen (Father) and Ashiamma (Mother) Spouse: Remained Unmarried Education: St. Joseph’s College, Tiruchirappalli; Madras Institute of Technology Profession: Professor, Author, Scientist Died: July 27, 2015 Place of Death: Shillong, Meghalaya, India Awards: Bharat Ratna (1997), Padma Vibhushan (1990), Padma Bhushan (1981) Avul Pakir Jainulabdeen Abdul Kalam, better known as APJ Abdul Kalam, was an illustrious scientist turned statesman who served as the 11 th President of India from 2002 to 2007. Kalam spent more than forty years as a science administrator and scientist mainly at the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) and Defence Research and the Development Organization (DRDO). He was closely associated with the military missile development efforts and civilian space programme of India. For his work on launch vehicle technology and development of ballistic missile, he was given the pseudonym of ‘The Missile Man of India.’ In 1998, he played a prominent role in Pokhran-II Nuclear Tests. In 2002, he was elected the 11 th President of the country and became widely known as the ‘People’s President.’ After serving his presidential term he pursued what he loved most – teaching, writing and reading. For his achievements and contributions as a scientist, he was honoured with the ‘Bharat Ratan A...

Official portrait, 2002 11th In office 25 July 2002 – 25 July 2007 Prime Minister Vice President Preceded by Succeeded by 1st In office November 1999 – November 2001 President Prime Minister Preceded by Office established Succeeded by Personal details Born ( 1931-10-15)15 October 1931 Died 27 July 2015 (2015-07-27) (aged 83) Resting place Dr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam Desiya Ninaivagam, Pei Karumbu, Political party Contents • 1 Early life and education • 2 Career as a scientist • 3 Presidency • 4 Post-presidency • 5 Death • 5.1 Reactions • 5.2 Memorial • 6 Personal life • 7 Religious and spiritual views • 7.1 Islam • 7.2 Syncretism • 7.3 Pramukh Swami as Guru • 8 Writings • 9 Awards and honours • 9.1 Island • 9.2 Road • 9.3 Plant species • 9.4 Other awards and honours • 10 Legacy • 11 Books, documentaries and popular culture • 12 See also • 13 References • 14 External links Presidency Presidential styles of A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Spoken style President Abdul Kalam Alternative style Mr. President Kalam served as the 11th president of India, succeeding On 10 June 2002, the I am really overwhelmed. Everywhere both in Internet and in other media, I have been asked for a message. I was thinking what message I can give to the people of the country at this juncture. On 18 June, Kalam filed his nomination papers in the The polling for the presidential election began on 15 July 2002, in Parliament and the state assemblies, with the media claiming that the election was a one-sided affair and...

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Not to be confused with Abul Kalam Ghulam Muhiyuddin Ahmed bin Khairuddin Al- ( ( help· info)); 11 November 1888 – 22 February 1958) was an Indian Maulana Azad; the word Maulana is an honorific meaning 'Our Master' and he had adopted Azad ( Free) as his pen name. His contribution to establishing the education foundation in India is recognised by celebrating his birthday as National Education Day across India. Azad 1st In office 15 August 1947 – 2 February 1958 Prime Minister Preceded by Office Established Succeeded by Member of the In office November 1946 – 26 January 1950 In office 1940–1946 Preceded by Succeeded by In office 1923–1924 Preceded by Succeeded by Personal details Born ( 1888-11-11)11 November 1888 (present-day Died 22 February 1958 (1958-02-22) (aged 69) Cause of death Resting place Political party Spouse Zulaikha Begum Occupation Theologian, scholar, political activist Awards (posthumously in 1992) Signature Contents • 1 Biography • 1.1 Early life • 1.2 Education and influences • 1.3 Early journalistic career • 1.4 Struggle for Indian Independence • 1.4.1 Al-Hilal and Khilafat movement • 1.4.2 Non-co-operation Movement • 1.4.3 Congress leader • 1.4.4 Quit India Movement • 1.4.5 Partition of India • 1.5 Post-Independence career • 2 Literary works • 2.1 Ghubar-e-Khatir • 3 Legacy and influence • 4 See also • 5 References • 6 Cited sources • 7 Further reading • 8 External links Biography Early life Azad was born on 11 November 1888 in Azad settled in Education...

Former President APJ Abdul Kalam: ‘A Leader Should Know How to Manage Failure’ April 3, 2008 • 12 min read APJ Abdul Kalam was among India's best-known scientists before he became the country's President. An alumnus of the Madras Institute of Technology, he worked for the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) where he helped launch India's first satellites into orbit. Later, Kalam worked on developing missiles and other strategic weapons; he was widely regarded as a national hero for leading India's nuclear weapons tests in 1998. In 2002, Kalam was named the country's President, and he held that position until 2007. During the Wharton India Economic Forum in Philadelphia, Kalam spoke with India Knowledge at Wharton about his career as a scientist, his vision for India's future, and the most important traits for leaders, among other issues. Written By Knowledge at Wharton Staff APJ Abdul Kalam was among India’s best-known scientists before he became the country’s President. An alumnus of the Madras Institute of Technology, he worked for the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) where he helped launch India’s first satellites into orbit. Later, Kalam worked on developing missiles and other strategic weapons; he was widely regarded as a national hero for leading India’s nuclear weapons tests in 1998. In 2002, Kalam was named the country’s President, and he held that position until 2007. During the India Knowledge at Wharton: Since our publication is called Knowledge a...