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On This Day In Muslim History: February 8

Dr Zakir Husain Was Born

On this day, on 8 February 1897, Zakir Husain Khan an economist, educationist, and the third President of India was born. Recipient of the Bharat Ratna and co-founder of the Jamia Milia Islamia, he backed many movements for educational reforms and has served as Governor of Bihar and member of the executive board of UNESCO.


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