Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa vs V. P. Singh

As president-elect, Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa played a key role in forming a government after the 2015 election. He appointed Ant

Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa won the Portuguese presidential election with 52% of the vote. He succeeded An

Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa used his presidential powers to declare states of emergency during the COVID-19 pandemic. He supported the government's lockdown measures and gave regular addresses to the nation, promoting unity.

Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa was re-elected with 60.7% of the vote in the first round. His victory reflected broad public support for his consensual style and handling of the COVID-19 pandemic.

As Defence Minister, V. P. Singh initiated investigations into the Bofors howitzer deal, alleging corruption involving the Rajiv Gandhi government. This led to his dismissal from the cabinet and later fueled his political rise.

V. P. Singh became the seventh Prime Minister of India, leading the National Front coalition government. His appointment followed the defeat of Rajiv Gandhi's Congress party in the general election.

As Prime Minister, V. P. Singh announced the implementation of the Mandal Commission's recommendations, reserving 27% of central government jobs for Other Backward Classes. This decision sparked widespread protests and political realignment in India.

V. P. Singh resigned as Prime Minister after losing a vote of confidence in the Lok Sabha, following the withdrawal of support by the Bharatiya Janata Party. His resignation ended the National Front government.