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1. What position did Natwar Singh hold in the Indian government during 2004-05?
Natwar Singh, who passed away at the age of 95, served as India’s External Affairs Minister from 2004 to 2005 during the UPA-I government led by Prime Minister Manmohan Singh. A distinguished career diplomat and Congress MP, he was also recognized for his contributions to diplomacy and foreign policy, earning the Padma Bhushan in 1984. In addition to his political career, he was a prolific author and served as the ambassador to Pakistan, further solidifying his legacy in Indian foreign affairs.