Former Prime Minister, Atal Bihari Vajpayee, passed away today, at the age of 93. Source: postcard.news India's Prime Minister for three non-consecutive terms, Atal Bihari Vajpayee was also a Bharat Ratna recipient and was often regarded as one of the finest orators among Indian politicians. Here's a look at his powerful legacy: Atal Bihari Vajpayee's interest in politics started at a young age. Source: anandbazaar He joined RSS at the age of 1939 as a volunteer and was even jailed in 1942 for participating in the Quit India movement. Source: Frontline (PM Vajpayee's letter with the original complaint and his explanation, as shared with Frontline) He was a full-time RSS member since 1947. ADVERTISEMENT Source: Hindustan Times He formed the first Bharatiya Jana Sangh party with Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya. View image on Twitter indianhistorypics @IndiaHistorypic...
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