1950-01-26
Indian independence movement: India became a republic under a new constitution, with Rajendra Prasad as president and Jawaharlal Nehru as prime minister.
1947-08-15
Jawaharlal Nehru (pictured) took office as the first prime minister of India, a post he held for 16 years.
1946-09-02
The interim government of India, headed by Jawaharlal Nehru, was formed to assist the transition of India from British rule to independence.
1957-10-23
A screening of Mother India, one of the most influential Indian films in history, was held for President Rajendra Prasad and Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru two days before its release.