India’s first leaders after independence played key roles in shaping the nation. The first Prime Minister was Jawaharlal Nehru, and the first Deputy Prime Minister was Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel. The first President of India was Dr. Rajendra Prasad, and the first Vice President was Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan. The first Education Minister was Maulana Abul Kalam Azad, who laid the foundation for India’s modern education system. These leaders were instrumental in building the early framework of independent India.