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Indira Gandhi strengthened the democratic structure and tradition of India. She had tremendous influence on the masses. Among the major achievements of Indira Gandhi as Prime Minister were India's role during the liberation war in Bangladesh including humane handling of refugees and winning of 1971 war against Pakistan. She gave direction to India's economy to reach the declared objectives of democratic socialism and greater social justice for weaker sections. It was under her leadership that the signing of Shimla Pact with Pakistani Premier Z.A. Bhutto and the signing of Indo-Soviet Treaty of Peace, Friendship and Cooperation took place. She nationalised banks, abolished privy purses of maharajas and conducted the first nuclear tests at Pokhran.
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∙ 12y agoIndira was elected as president of the Congress Party after the death of former president in Janurary of 1966.She also became the Minister of Information and broadcasting as well as Prime Minister of India.Then one year later, she lost the election,but she won the election again in 1971.
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∙ 8y agoShe negotiated a treaty to establish the Islamic nation of Bangladesh.
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What are some good famous people to do projects on?
Katy Perry, Sachin Tendulkar, Mahatma Gandhi, Indira Gandhi
What are some important women in history?
Because they change the outcome of the country for example Margret Thatcher, Indira Gandhi and Golda Maire.
Who built the Indira Gandhi canal Name and email of the engineering company?
Some Part constructed by SEW Infrastructre and some Ramawat Group inIG Canal Project.
Have sanjay Gandhi a criminal record?
actually indira gandhi had two sons rajiv gandhi and sanjiv gandhi .yes the real name of sanjay gandhi was sanjiv gandhi . he changed his name due to some controvesy in foreign because he was arrested in attempt of stealing a sports car to preserve the reputation of indian national congress there the indian embassy arranged fake documents and passport for him in which his name was changed and he was send to india back without any delay.
Who was a world leader in 1973?
There were many world leaders in 1973. Some of the major ones were Richard Nixon, Indira Gandhi, Edward Heath, Pierre Trudeau, Dong Biwu, Willy Brandt, and Kakuei Tanaka.
Can you get me mr rahul Gandhi's and mrs soniya Gandhi's email id for socil works?
yes i want to give some information about the current situation of the poor and middle class people.
What is indira point?
Indira Point is the southern tip of the Indian Ocean island of Great Nicobar, in the Nicobar Islands south of Burma. It represents the southernmost point of Indian national territory, some 1100 miles ESE of India's mainland and only about 100 miles NE of Sumatra in Indonesia. It was formerly known as Pygmalion Point and was renamed in honor of former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi (1917-1984).
Famous women in india?
Rani Lakshmi of Jhansi Bee-gum Hazrat Mahal sarojini Naidu Kasturba Gandhi Indira Gandhi Ila Bhat
What is the etymology of the Marathi word aani baani?
'Aani baani' means 'situation of emergency'. This word has history of some period which was declared as 'National Emergency' by then prime minister Smt. Indira Gandhi in 1980's in INDIA.
What awards has Mikhail Gorbachev won?
Some awards that Mikhail Gorbachev has won are the Indira Gandhi Prize in 1987, Otto Hahn Peace Medal in 1989, and the Nobel Peace Prize in 1990 for his role in the peace process.
Who are some famous people with the name Gandhi?
Mahatma Ghandi is the most famous person with the name Ghandi. Indira Ghandi was the third prime minister of India. She was assassinated. She was the second longest serving prime minister of India.
How did sanjay Gandhi die?
Sanjay Gandhi (son of Indira Gandhi) died in an airplane crash. Some people believe that his mother conspired to have him killed as the two had some grave ideological differences. Sanjay Gandhi died in his plane crash, not a commercial plane crash. He had become very powerful although he had no official position in the government. His mother Mrs. Gandhi's plane was rigged and she survived as it was detected. Later she was killed by her own body guards. Rajiv Gandhi was also assassinated. his wife Sonia, although won the leadership did not take up Prime Ministership.
