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Who among the following served the shortest tenure as the Prime Minister of India?
Question

Who among the following served the shortest tenure as the Prime Minister of India?

A.

HD Deva Gowda

B.

VP Singh

C.

Chandra Shekhar

D.

IK Gujral

Correct option is C


The correct answer is (c) Chandra Shekhar.
Chandra Shekhar served as the Prime Minister of India for the shortest tenure. He was in office from November 10, 1990, to June 21, 1991, for a total of approximately 7 months.
 His government was a minority one, supported by the Congress party from outside, which withdrew its support, leading to his resignation.
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HD Deva Gowda:
 Served as Prime Minister from June 1, 1996, to April 21, 1997.
 His tenure lasted about 11 months.
VP Singh:
 Served as Prime Minister from December 2, 1989, to November 10, 1990.
 His tenure lasted nearly 11 months.
IK Gujral:
 Served as Prime Minister from April 21, 1997, to March 19, 1998.
 His tenure lasted about 11 months.

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