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Name Origin

Indira is a feminine given name of Sanskrit origin. It means 'beauty' or 'splendor'. It gained popularity due to Indira Gandhi, the former Prime Minister of India.

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Famous People

Indira Gandhi (1917-1984)

Politician

  • First female Prime Minister of India
  • Served as Prime Minister for three consecutive terms
  • Led India through the Indo-Pakistani War of 1971