The civil rights movement was a heroic episode in American history. It aimed to give African Americans the same citizenship rights that whites took for granted.
Glimpses of the First Republic Day Celebrations and India's First President. Unforgettable scenes of enthusiasm and rejoicing marked the beginning of a new era in Indian History when the Republic of India was born with the swearing in of Dr. Rajendra Prasad as the as the first President.
President of India. The President of India is the head of state of the Republic of India. The current president is Pranab Mukherjee, who was sworn in on 25 July 2012. He succeeded Pratibha Patil, the first woman to serve in the office, who was sworn in on 25 July 2007. 'His Excellency' to Go: Prez Approves New Protocol.