One of the most remarkable women leaders in world history… one of the most powerful leaders India has seen… the first woman prime minister of India – Thus, Indira Gandhi holds a heroic place in the history of India. Indira Priyadarshini was born during a significant period of Indian independence struggle. She was born on 19 November 1917 to Jawaharlal Nehru, who was at the forefront of the struggle and Kamala Nehru. Being from a family that was constantly involved in the freedom struggle, Indira did not experience much closeness from her Jawaharlal Nehru or her grandfather Motilal Nehru. It can be said that she grew up alone with her mother Kamala Nehru, who was suffering from many illnesses. It was her grandfather Motilal Nehru’s wish that his grand daughter should get the best education available in India. So, Indira was sent to a British-run school St. Cecilia for her primary education. However, there was a rule that the children of the Congress members should not study in schools run by the British Raj due to which Indira was unable to continue her education.
