Question

First living indian feature on a postage stamp of india

Answer 1

The first living Indian, to feature on an Indian postage stamp is Dr. Rajendra Prasad (1884 – 1963), the first President of India. Dr. Rajendra Prasad was also a leader of the Indian National congress.

The stamp was issued on 7th April, 1962, in 15 paise denomination. Stamp issuing authority of India, usually features personalities on postage stamps, after their death, with very few exceptions.  

Answer 2

The first Indian personality featured on a postal stamp while still alive was Dr. Rajendra Prasad.

He was the first President of independent India and remained in office for two consecutive terms, from 1952 to 1962.

So he was honoured by issuing a portal stamp with his photo, on 7th April, 1962, while he was still alive and held the position of Indian President.