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The Spirit of India: volumes presented to Shrimati Indira Gandhi by the Indira Gandhi Abhinandan Samiti

This book is a tribute to Shrimati Indira Gandhi, featuring a series of volumes that collectively reflect the essence and cultural richness of India. The volumes were compiled and presented by the Indira Gandhi Abhinandan Samiti, an organization dedicated to honoring her legacy. more

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Indira Gandhi
Indira Gandhi

Indira Gandhi, born on November 19, 1917, and died on October 31, 1984, was the first female Prime Minister of India and one of the longest-serving Prime Ministers in Indian history. more

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