National Archives of India acquires private papers of Dr A.P.J. Abdul Kalam
The National Archives of India acquired the private paper collection of former President Dr A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, donated by his niece Dr APJM Nazema Maraikayar, the Culture Ministry said on 28 April 2025.
Summary
The National Archives of India acquired the private paper collection of Dr A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, donated by his niece Dr APJM Nazema Maraikayar, according to a Ministry of Culture release of 28 April 2025. Dr Kalam (1931â2015), known as the 'Missile Man of India', was born on 15 October 1931 in Rameswaram, Tamil Nadu, and served as the 11th President of India from 2002 to 2007.
Key facts
- Acquired by
- National Archives of India
- Collection
- Private papers of Dr A.P.J. Abdul Kalam
- Donor
- Dr APJM Nazema Maraikayar (niece)
- Kalam
- Born 15 Oct 1931, Rameswaram (TN); 11th President, 2002â2007
Practice MCQs 2 questions
Dr A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, whose private papers were acquired by the National Archives of India in April 2025, served as President of India during:
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Correct answer: D â 2002â2007
Dr Kalam was the 11th President of India from 2002 to 2007.
Consider the following: 1. The private paper collection of Dr A.P.J. Abdul Kalam was acquired by the National Archives of India. 2. Dr Kalam was born on 15 October 1931 in Rameswaram, Tamil Nadu. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C â Both 1 and 2
Both are correct, as per the Ministry of Culture release of 28 April 2025.