Presidency of Pratibha Patil
Presidency of Pratibha Patil was started on 25th July 2007[1] when she has taken oath as the twelfth and the first woman president of India.[2]
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| Presidency of Pratibha Patil 25 July 2007 – 25 July 2012 | |
| Party | Indian National Congress |
|---|---|
| Election | 2007 Indian presidential election |
| Seat | Rashtrapati Bhawan |
 Emblem of India | |
Presidential Election of 2007
The Presidential Election of 2007 in India was a significant political event that resulted in Pratibha Patil becoming the country's first woman President. The election, marked by its historical significance and the contest between notable candidates, showcased the democratic process of electing the Head of State in India.[3]
2007 Presidential Election depiction in map
| Party (Alliance) | Candidate | Electoral Votes | Vote Percentage | States carried |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| INC (UPA) | Pratibha Patil |
638,116 | 65.8% | 21[4] |
| BJP (NDA) |  Bhairon Singh Shekhawat |
331,306 | 34.02% | 7[4] |
Domestic affairs
Mercy petitions
Patil disposed of 39 mercy petitions during her tenure, commuting 35 and rejecting 4.[5]
Foreign affairs
State visits
References
- https://eoi.gov.in/kabul/?pdf0201?000
- "Smt. Pratibha Devisingh Patil". pratibhapatil.nic.in. Retrieved 2023-06-02.
- https://eci.gov.in/files/file/3957-election-to-the-office-of-president-2007-13th-presidential-election/
- "NDTV.com: India gets first woman president". 2007-08-17. Archived from the original on 2007-08-17. Retrieved 2023-06-02.
- "Pratibha Patil passes on 11 clemency pleas to Pranab Mukherjee". The Times of India. 2012-07-25. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 2023-06-03.
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