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Target Exam

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Subject

Political Science

Chapter

Politics in India Since Independence: Era of one Party Dominance

Question:

Which political leader is being referred to here, who was a Gandhian and Freedom fighter, hailed from the royal family of Kapurthala, inherited the Christian religion from her mother, served as a member of the Constituent Assembly, and held the position of Minister for Health in independent India's first ministry, continuing in that role until 1957?

Options:

Raj Kumari Amrit Kaur

Sarojini Naidu

Sucheta Kriplani

C. Raja Gopalachari

Correct Answer:

Raj Kumari Amrit Kaur

Explanation:

Rajkumari Amrit Kaur (1889-1964):

Rajkumari Amrit Kaur was a prominent Indian freedom fighter (Gandhian), social reformer, and Health Minister in independent India.
Amrit Kaur came from the royal family of Kapurthala, Punjab.
She inherited Christianity from her mother Priscilla.
She served as the Minister for Health from the early years of independent India until 1957.
Also, Amrit Kaur worked for women's rights, education, & the upliftment of marginalized communities.
She was a member of the Constituent Assembly of India.
She represented India in international forums, advocating for global health & social welfare issues.
She played a crucial role in establishing the All India Women's Conference in 1927 and championed gender equality and women's empowerment.
Amrit Kaur received the Padma Vibhushan, one of India's highest civilian awards, in 1954.

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