Who was the first defence minister of India?

Correct option is D

Sol. The correct answer is (d) Baldev Singh.
· Baldev Singh was the first Defence Minister of independent India, serving from 1947 to 1952.
· He played a crucial role in the integration of the princely states into India and in establishing the foundation of India's defence policies and infrastructure during the early years of independence.
Information Booster:
· Kailash Nath Katju: Served as the Home Minister and the Law Minister of India.
· Swaran Singh: He served as Defence Minister later from 1966 to 1970 and again from 1974 to 1976.
· YB Chavan: Served as the Defence Minister of India from 1962 to 1966, following the Sino-Indian War.