Morarji Ranchhodji Desai vs Ong Ye Kung

Desai was appointed Finance Minister of India, presenting several budgets. He introduced the concept of compulsory deposit scheme and was known for his fiscal conservatism and opposition to deficit financing.

Desai became the 4th Prime Minister of India, leading the Janata Party coalition after the Congress party's defeat in the 1977 general election. He was the first non-Congress Prime Minister of independent India.

Desai's government reversed many authoritarian measures of the Emergency, including restoring press freedom, releasing political prisoners, and repealing the Maintenance of Internal Security Act (MISA).

Desai resigned as Prime Minister after losing a no-confidence motion in the Lok Sabha, following the withdrawal of support by coalition partners. His resignation led to the fall of the Janata Party government.

Ong Ye Kung was first elected to Parliament as a Member of Parliament for Sembawang GRC. This marked the start of his political career in the People's Action Party.

Ong Ye Kung was appointed Minister for Education (Higher Education and Skills), overseeing the university and polytechnic sectors. He promoted lifelong learning and skills upgrading.

Ong was appointed Minister for Transport, overseeing Singapore's transport infrastructure. He oversaw the expansion of the MRT network and the implementation of the 'Walk Cycle Ride' vision.

Ong Ye Kung was appointed Minister for Health, overseeing Singapore's healthcare system. He managed the later stages of the COVID-19 pandemic, including the transition to endemic living and healthcare reforms.