Presidency of Pratibha Patil was started on 25 July 2007[1] when she took the oath as the twelfth and the first woman president of India.

[2] The Presidential Election of 2007 in India was a significant political event that resulted in Pratibha Patil becoming the country's first woman President.

The election, marked by its historical significance and the contest between notable candidates, showcased the democratic process of electing the Head of State in India.

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Patil disposed of 39 mercy petitions during her tenure, commuting 35 and rejecting 4.