The Ministry of Education in India has been led by several influential ministers since the country's independence in 1947. Here's a list of some of the notable Education Ministers of India:
- Maulana Abul Kalam Azad (August 15, 1947 January 22, 1958): The first Education Minister of independent India, who played a crucial role in shaping the country's education system .
- Dr. K.L. Shrimali (January 22, 1958 August 31, 1963): A prominent educator and politician who contributed significantly to India's education sector.
- Shri Arjun Singh (June 23, 1991 December 24, 1994, and May 22, 2004 May 22, 2009): A veteran politician who held the education portfolio twice and implemented several reforms.
- Smt. Smriti Irani (May 26, 2014 July 5, 2016): A prominent BJP leader who focused on improving education infrastructure and outcomes during her tenure.
- Shri Prakash Javadekar (July 5, 2016 May 31, 2019): A seasoned politician who emphasized on digital education and skill development.
- Shri Ramesh Pokhriyal 'Nishank' (May 31, 2019 July 7, 2021): A former Uttarakhand Chief Minister who focused on implementing the New Education Policy.
- Dharmendra Pradhan (July 7, 2021 present): The current Education Minister, who is also in charge of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship
