Can you recognise these famous Indian politicians from their childhood pictures?

Childhood photos are always special. “It means simplicity” as Kailash Satyarthi would like to put it. It is that little kingdom where nobody dies. The photos tend to tell stories about those moments that you probably want to live again. Because growing up did no good to anyone.

All of us grow up with certain dreams. Some dream of becoming a doctor, some want to be a pilot and some wish to be prime minister of the country. Childhood photos make you nostalgic where you just want to look at them and wonder how times have changed. Ever wondered how the famous personalities that you know about today, looked as kids?

While some grew up to be great leaders some went on to be absolute savage. However, you will be surprised to see how innocent they looked as kids. Can you recognise these famous Indian politicians from their childhood photos? Let’s see how many can you guess.

P.S: Try not to look at the answers before making at least one guess

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   Photo: Express Archives

Can you guess this smart little boy sitting on his grandma’s lap? Look Closely. You know him very well.
No? Here’s another one.

Okay here’s a hint. He belongs to a prominent Indian political dynasty.
Yep, that’s the Congress Vice President and Indira Gandhi’s grandson, Rahul Gandhi.

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Come on, this is the easiest one. He is the among the top 10 powerful personalities in the world. Yep, that’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi in his younger days.

He was a dynamic child indeed.

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She is dynamic. She is fierce. She does not like to mince her words and she is out and out foodie. Hint: Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi. No points for guessing after this hint. This big-eyed little girl is none other than Smriti Irani.

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Known to be one of the most powerful personalities of all time, Can you guess who is this little girl sitting beside, Mahatma Gandhi? Here’s take a closer look.

That’s former Prime Minister and Jawaharlal Nehru’s daughter Indira Gandhi.

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The smile that remained constant even after growing up. The man who is a priest-politician and Hindutva firebrand. The lean boy with neatly done hair is Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath.

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Who knew this little boy would go on to make his own mark in politicians. A fiery orator and self-proclaimed anti-graft crusader, this man has come a long way. Regardless of the string of controversies that he has been involved, you cannot deny that he has enjoyed immense popularity among the masses. Recognised yet? That’s Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal, you guys!

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This man had a powerful personality ever since he was a child. He went on to become inspire millions and had a massive contribution India’s independence struggle. We just gave you the biggest hint. Okay, here’s another one. He is fondly known as the father of the nation. Yep, that’s Mahatma Gandhi!

How many could you guess? Tell us in the comments below