NDA names Maharashtra Governor C.P. Radhakrishnan as its Vice-Presidential candidate
The National Democratic Alliance named Maharashtra Governor C.P. Radhakrishnan as its candidate for the Vice-Presidential election on 17 August 2025.
Summary
The National Democratic Alliance (NDA) nominated Maharashtra Governor C.P. Radhakrishnan as its candidate for the Vice-Presidential election on 17 August 2025. Prime Minister Narendra Modi welcomed the decision, noting Radhakrishnan's experience as an MP and as Governor of various States. Union Home Minister Amit Shah congratulated him and thanked the Prime Minister and the members of the party's Parliamentary Board for the decision.
Key facts
- Announced
- 17 Aug 2025
- Candidate
- C.P. Radhakrishnan, NDA
- Current office
- Governor of Maharashtra
- Experience
- MP; Governor of various States
- Decision
- Party Parliamentary Board
Practice MCQs 2 questions
C.P. Radhakrishnan, named the NDA's Vice-Presidential candidate on 17 August 2025, was serving as the Governor of which State at the time?
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Correct answer: C — Maharashtra
Amit Shah congratulated Governor of Maharashtra C.P. Radhakrishnan on being nominated as the NDA's candidate for the Vice-Presidential election.
Which body's decision did Amit Shah credit for the nomination of C.P. Radhakrishnan as the NDA's Vice-Presidential candidate?
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Correct answer: A — The party Parliamentary Board
Amit Shah expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and all members of the party Parliamentary Board for this decision.