Age at assuming office: 81 years and 24 days, making him the oldest person to become Prime Minister of India.

Morarji Desai was a prominent freedom fighter who actively participated in India’s independence struggle. He was a member of the Indian National Congress during the pre-independence period but later became part of the Janata Party.

He served as the Prime Minister from 1977 to 1979, leading the Janata Party government after the fall of Indira Gandhi’s government post-Emergency (1975-1977).

Morarji Desai was known for his strong stance against the Emergency period, which was imposed by Indira Gandhi, and he played a central role in leading the opposition to bring about a change in government.

He remains a notable figure in Indian politics for his leadership and his principled stand during a turbulent period in the country’s history.