Prime Minister Indira Gandhi
Prime Minister Indira Gandhi was the first and only female Prime Minister of India. She served from 1966 to 1977 and then again from 1980 until her assassination in 1984. Known for her strong leadership, she played a crucial role in shaping modern India and was a key figure during the Green Revolution, which transformed the country’s agricultural landscape.
Indira Gandhi was the daughter of Jawaharlal Nehru, India's first Prime Minister. Her tenure was marked by significant events, including the Emergency declared in 1975, which suspended civil liberties. Despite controversies, she remains a prominent figure in Indian history for her contributions to the nation.