9 Prominent Indian leaders who have made the country better

Mahatma Gandhi: Led nonviolent resistance against British colonial rule. Advocate for peace, unity, and swaraj (self-rule). Inspired global civil rights movements.

Jawaharlal Nehru: India's first Prime Minister. Visionary leader emphasizing secularism, science, and modernization. Laid foundations for democratic India.

B.R. Ambedkar: Architect of Indian Constitution. Fought against caste discrimination. Advocated for the rights of the marginalized and women.

Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel: Unified princely states post-independence. Known as "Iron Man of India". Integral in establishing a cohesive nation.

A.P.J. Abdul Kalam: Scientist, educator, and India's 11th President. "Missile Man" for his contributions to India's defense technology.

Indira Gandhi: India's first female Prime Minister. Instrumental in Green Revolution and India's nuclear program. Charismatic, yet controversial.

Rajendra Prasad: India's first President. Played a vital role in the Constituent Assembly. Stood for secularism and harmony.

Atal Bihari Vajpayee: Three-time Prime Minister. Established India as a nuclear power. Promoted peace, infrastructural development, and reforms.

Narendra Modi: Emphasized 'Make in India', digitalization, and infrastructure development. Focused on global outreach and nation's modernization.