INDIRA GANDHI’S INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL POLICIES

Abstract

This research explores the internal and external policies of Indira Gandhi, the first and only female Prime Minister of India. Domestically, she pursued policies aimed at poverty reduction, economic reform, and national integration. Her external policy was defined by strong diplomatic strategies, especially in relation to the Soviet Union and South Asian neighbors. Her leadership during the Bangladesh Liberation War and India’s nuclear advancement played crucial roles in shaping India's global standing.