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She is, perhaps, one of the most controversial figures in Indian politics as well, following her declaration and extension of the Emergency (1975-1977) and her alienation of the Sikh community following ‘Operation Blue Star‘. The aftermath of the operation is seen as the cause of her death in October 1984, when she was shot dead by two of her own body guards; Satwant Singh and Beant Singh.
The surname ‘Gandhi’ bears no relation to Mahatma Gandhi, even though her family was closely associated with the nation’s leader; rather it was adopted after her marriage to Feroze Gandhi, a native of Bharuch in South Gujarat where ‘Gandhi’ is common surname (His family migrated to Bombay where he was born).
During her stint as Prime Minister, she was viewed by many as being fiercely ruthless in her policies, and in terms of centralization of power.
However, she is remembered for her contributions to India’s growth, both in her domestic and foreign policies. She continues to be a relevant name in Indian history and politics, given that no other women has held the post of India’s Prime Minister after her.
Here are some of the achievements of Indira Gandhi’s Prime Ministership in India
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