Dr Manmohan Singh, served as the 13th Prime Minister of India. Prior to his tenure as Prime Minister, Singh held the position of India's finance minister from 1991 to 1996. He played a pivotal role in steering the Indian economy away from the constraints of a socialist economy associated with the Nehruvian era. As the Finance Minister in 1991, Dr Singh played a pivotal role in liberalizing India's economy. These reforms kick-started India's economic growth and globalization. His tenure witnessed substantial progress in economic policy, diplomatic relations, social welfare, and the enhancement of infrastructure. Under Dr Singh's leadership, the government introduced the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA). This social welfare initiative was designed to offer a legal assurance of a minimum of 100 days of employment per year to rural households, with the overarching goal of addressing rural poverty and unemployment. During Dr Singh's time in office, the enactment of the Right to Information Act represented a substantial piece of legislation. This law grants Indian citizens the authority to request information from government agencies and institutions, serving as a crucial tool for enhancing transparency, accountability, and curbing corruption.
