Kumaraswami Kamaraj, was a leader of the INC, widely acknowledged as the "Kingmaker" in Indian politics during the 1960s. He served as INC president for two terms i.e. four years between 1964–1967 and was responsible for the elevation of Lal Bahadur Shastri to the position of Prime Minister of India after Nehru's death and Indira Gandhi after Shastri's death. Read More
The 'durbari culture, which has almost become synonymous with the Congress, didnt find a place in the party till Indira Gandhi emerged on the scene and took charge. Earlier, opinions were heard. ...