Who is the second women to be India’s External Affairs Minister?

Indira Gandhi
Sushma Swaraj
Manushi Chhillar
Geeta Phogat

The correct answer is B. Sushma Swaraj.

Sushma Swaraj was the second woman to be India’s External Affairs Minister. She was in office from 2014 to 2019. She was a member of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and served as the Leader of the Opposition in the 15th Lok Sabha. She was also the Minister of Health and Family Welfare from 2007 to 2009.

Sushma Swaraj was born in Ambala, Punjab, British India, on 14 February 1952. She was the daughter of Hardev Lal and Laxmi Devi. She studied law at the Panjab University and the University of Delhi. She married Swaraj Kaushal in 1975. They had two sons, Rahul and Vrijendra.

Sushma Swaraj started her political career in 1977 when she was elected to the Rajya Sabha. She was re-elected to the Rajya Sabha in 1980, 1986, and 1992. She was elected to the Lok Sabha in 1996, 1998, 1999, 2004, and 2009.

Sushma Swaraj was a popular and respected politician. She was known for her strong work ethic and her commitment to public service. She was also known for her quick wit and her ability to connect with people.

Sushma Swaraj died on 6 August 2019 at the age of 67. She was a towering figure in Indian politics and her death was a great loss to the country.

The other options are incorrect.

A. Indira Gandhi was the first woman to be India’s Prime Minister. She was in office from 1966 to 1977 and again from 1980 to 1984. She was assassinated in 1984.

C. Manushi Chhillar is an Indian model and actress. She was crowned Miss World 2017.

D. Geeta Phogat is an Indian wrestler. She is the first Indian woman to win a gold medal at the Commonwealth Games.

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