PREVIOUSLY ASKED IN:
WBPSC Miscellaneous Preliminary 2023
Answer
Rishi Sunak
Explanation
Rishi Sunak made history by becoming the first British Asian, first Indian-origin, and first non-white Prime Minister of the United Kingdom. He assumed office in October 2022 as the leader of the Conservative Party. He is also known for being the son-in-law of N. R. Narayana Murthy, the billionaire founder of Infosys.
Key Points
- > Rishi Sunak represents the Conservative Party.
- > He succeeded Liz Truss after her notably brief tenure.
- > At 42, he became one of the youngest PMs in modern British history.
- > He previously served as the Chancellor of the Exchequer under Boris Johnson.
- > Kamala Harris is the first Indian-origin Vice President of the USA.
- > Priti Patel served as the Home Secretary of the UK.
- > The UK Parliament is famously known as Westminster.
Additional Information
World Leaders of Indian Origin
| Leader | Country | Position |
|---|---|---|
| Rishi Sunak | United Kingdom | Former Prime Minister |
| Kamala Harris | USA | Vice President |
| Antonio Costa | Portugal | Former Prime Minister |
| Pravind Jugnauth | Mauritius | Prime Minister |
Memory Tips
- Rishi's Rise: Remember Rishi Sunak as the first person of Indian heritage to rise to the top of 10 Downing Street.