Smt Vijaya Lakshmi Pandit, the youngest sister of India’s first Prime Minister, Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru, was a distinguished diplomat, politician, and social reformer. She was born on August 18, 1900, in Allahabad, India. She was educated at home by her mother, Swarup Rani Nehru, and later at Queen Mary’s College in Lucknow.
Pandit joined the Indian National Congress in 1920 and was active in the independence movement. She was imprisoned several times for her political activities. In 1936, she was elected to the United Provinces Legislative Council.
After India’s independence in 1947, Pandit served as the country’s first ambassador to the Soviet Union (1947-1949). She was then appointed ambassador to the United States (1949-1951). In 1953, she became the first woman president of the United Nations General Assembly.
Pandit continued to serve in the Indian government in various capacities, including as Minister for External Affairs (1954-1964) and Governor of Maharashtra (1962-1964). She was also a member of the Rajya Sabha, the upper house of the Indian Parliament, from 1964 until her death in 1990.
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Pandit was a tireless advocate for human rights and social justice. She was a strong supporter of the United Nations and the cause of world peace. She was also a champion of women’s rights and worked tirelessly to improve the lives of women and children around the world.
Pandit was a complex and multifaceted woman. She was a brilliant diplomat, a courageous politician, and a passionate advocate for social justice. She was also a devoted mother and grandmother. She left a lasting legacy of service and sacrifice that continues to inspire people all over the world.
Pandit’s life and work were marked by a commitment to public service and a belief in the power of women to make a difference in the world. She was a role model for women and girls everywhere and her legacy continues to inspire people all over the world.
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