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Who among the following Prime Ministers of India was the longest serving Prime Minister?

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. Indira Gandhi
  2. Rajiv Gandhi
  3. Jawaharlal Nehru
  4. Manmohan Singh

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Jawaharlal Nehru

Explanation: ✅ Correct Answer: C. Jawaharlal Nehru 📚 Explanation: Jawaharlal Nehru was the first Prime Minister of independent India and remains the longest-serving one in history. He held the office for nearly 17 years, from 1947 until his death in 1964. He played a critical role in building the nation's democratic and industrial foundations. His long tenure allowed for the implementation of the early Five Year Plans and a stable foreign policy.