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'''Maneka Gandhi''' (born 26 August 1956) is a prominent Indian politician, environmentalist, and leading animal rights advocate. A founding member of the People for Animals organization in 1992, she has served in multiple ministerial roles, including as Union Minister for Women and Child Development and Forest & Environment. A prolific author and former television host, Gandhi’s influence spans legislation, activism, and literature.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Maneka Gandhi: From a bride in a Congress family to a BJP leader |url=https://www.mid-day.com/news/india-news/photo/Maneka-Gandhis-journey-from-living-in-Congress-household-to-shifting-to-BJP-44044/6 |website=Mid-Day |access-date=14 August 2025}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |title=Maneka Gandhi, Sanjay Gandhi's widow, in interview with Jane Corbin |url=https://www.reddit.com/r/IndianHistory/comments/1hl4sqs |website=Reddit (summary) |access-date=14 August 2025}}</ref> | {{Infobox person | ||
| name = Maneka Gandhi {{Verified}} | |||
| image = Maneka Gandhi.jpg | |||
| image_caption = Maneka Gandhi | |||
| birth_date = {{Birth date and age|1956|08|26}} | |||
| birth_place = New Delhi, India | |||
| nationality = Indian | |||
| education = Lady Shri Ram College For Women–Delhi University (LSR–DU) | |||
| alma_mater = | |||
| occupation = Politician | |||
| years_active = 40 years | |||
| known_for = Animal Rights Activism | |||
| notable_works = People for Animals (PFA),Animal Birth Control (ABC) Programs | |||
| Awards = Neuro Inclusive Politician Award,Rukmini Devi Animal Welfare Award | |||
| Spouse = Sanjay Gandhi | |||
| parents = Tarlochan Singh Anand, Amardeep Kaur Anand | |||
| religion = Hinduism | |||
| Website = | |||
}}'''Maneka Gandhi''' (born 26 August 1956) is a prominent Indian politician, environmentalist, and leading animal rights advocate. A founding member of the People for Animals organization in 1992, she has served in multiple ministerial roles, including as Union Minister for Women and Child Development and Forest & Environment. A prolific author and former television host, Gandhi’s influence spans legislation, activism, and literature.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Maneka Gandhi: From a bride in a Congress family to a BJP leader |url=https://www.mid-day.com/news/india-news/photo/Maneka-Gandhis-journey-from-living-in-Congress-household-to-shifting-to-BJP-44044/6 |website=Mid-Day |access-date=14 August 2025}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |title=Maneka Gandhi, Sanjay Gandhi's widow, in interview with Jane Corbin |url=https://www.reddit.com/r/IndianHistory/comments/1hl4sqs |website=Reddit (summary) |access-date=14 August 2025}}</ref> | |||
== Early Life and Education == | == Early Life and Education == | ||
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| Maneka Gandhi | |
| Born | 26 August 1956 (age 68) New Delhi, India |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Education | Lady Shri Ram College For Women–Delhi University (LSR–DU) |
| Alma mater | |
| Occupation | Politician |
| Years active | 40 years |
| Known for | Animal Rights Activism |
| Notable works | People for Animals (PFA),Animal Birth Control (ABC) Programs |
| Awards | |
| Spouse(s) | |
| Parents | Tarlochan Singh Anand, Amardeep Kaur Anand |
| Religion | Hinduism |
| Website | |
Maneka Gandhi (born 26 August 1956) is a prominent Indian politician, environmentalist, and leading animal rights advocate. A founding member of the People for Animals organization in 1992, she has served in multiple ministerial roles, including as Union Minister for Women and Child Development and Forest & Environment. A prolific author and former television host, Gandhi’s influence spans legislation, activism, and literature.[1][2]
Early Life and Education
Maneka Gandhi was born on 26 August 1956 in New Delhi to Lt. Col. Tarlochan Singh Anand of the Indian Army and his wife Amteshwar Anand. Both families have roots in Sikh heritage. She went to The Lawrence School, Sanawar, in Himachal Pradesh for her schooling. Later, she completed her undergraduate degree at Lady Shri Ram College for Women, University of Delhi. She also studied German at Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi.[3][4]
Career
Maneka Gandhi’s public life began in the late 1970s when she married Sanjay Gandhi, the younger son of then Prime Minister Indira Gandhi. After Sanjay’s death in 1980, she entered politics as an independent candidate. She later founded the Sanjay Vichar Manch, a platform to promote her late husband’s ideals.[5]
In 2004, she joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and has since served multiple terms as a Member of Parliament, representing constituencies such as Pilibhit and Sultanpur in Uttar Pradesh. Gandhi has held various ministerial positions in different governments, including Minister of State for Environment and Forests from 1989 to 1991, Minister of State for Culture from 1998 to 1999, and Cabinet Minister for Women and Child Development from 2014 to 2019.[6]
Outside of politics, she has been a notable environmentalist and animal rights advocate. In 1992, she founded People for Animals (PFA), which has become India’s largest animal welfare organization.[7]
Environmental and Animal Rights Advocacy
Maneka Gandhi is well-known as one of India’s leading animal welfare advocates. In 1992, she started People for Animals (PFA), which has set up over 250 units throughout the country. These units run shelters, conduct rescue missions, and push for better animal protection laws.[8]
Her work also involves environmental conservation, focusing on wildlife protection, anti-poaching efforts, and habitat preservation. As Minister of State for Environment and Forests, she played a key role in promoting the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (Amendment) Bill and enforcing stricter wildlife trafficking rules..[9]
In addition to her legislative efforts, Gandhi has written several books on animal welfare. Titles like Heads and Tails and The Animal Laws of India provide valuable resources for activists and legal professionals.[10]
Personal Life
Maneka Gandhi was born on 26 August 1956 in Delhi to Lieutenant Colonel Tarlochan Singh Anand and Amteshwar Anand.[11]
She married Sanjay Gandhi, the younger son of then Prime Minister Indira Gandhi, in 1974. The couple had one son, Varun Gandhi, who later entered politics and became a Member of Parliament.[12]
After Sanjay Gandhi’s untimely death in 1980, Maneka Gandhi’s relationship with the Gandhi family became strained, eventually leading her to carve out an independent political and social identity.[13]
Legacy
Maneka Gandhi has left an enduring mark on India’s political, environmental, and animal welfare landscape. As one of the longest-serving Members of Parliament, she has held portfolios ranging from Women and Child Development to Environment and Forests, shaping progressive policies in each.[14]
Her advocacy for animal rights has been pathbreaking, leading to landmark amendments in animal protection laws and raising public awareness about cruelty prevention.[15]
Through her books, public speeches, and legislative work, she continues to inspire environmental activism and political participation among future generations.[16]
See Also
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Refrence
- ↑ Maneka Gandhi: From a bride in a Congress family to a BJP leader . In Mid-Day . Retrieved 14 August 2025
- ↑ Maneka Gandhi, Sanjay Gandhi's widow, in interview with Jane Corbin . In Reddit (summary) . Retrieved 14 August 2025
- ↑ Maneka Gandhi: From a bride in a Congress family to a BJP leader . In India Express . Retrieved 14 August 2025
- ↑ Biographical Sketch – Maneka Gandhi . In India Press Centre . Retrieved 14 August 2025
- ↑ This Article is From May 12, 2016Indira Gandhi Wanted Maneka To Help In Politics, Reveals New Book . In NDTV . Retrieved 14 August 2025
- ↑ Maneka Gandhi biography . In Indian Express . Retrieved 14 August 2025
- ↑ People for Animals: About Us . In People for Animals . Retrieved 14 August 2025
- ↑ About Us - People for Animals . In People for Animals . Retrieved 14 August 2025
- ↑ Maneka Gandhi’s long-standing fight for animals . In The Hindu . Retrieved 14 August 2025
- ↑ Books by Maneka Gandhi . In Goodreads . Retrieved 14 August 2025
- ↑ Maneka Gandhi Biography . In Indian Express . Retrieved 14 August 2025
- ↑ Varun Gandhi: Biography and Political Career . Retrieved 14 August 2025
- ↑ Maneka Gandhi’s journey from Sanjay’s widow to political stalwart . In Reddit . Retrieved 14 August 2025
- ↑ Maneka Gandhi’s Political Journey . In The Indian Express . Retrieved 14 August 2025
- ↑ Maneka Gandhi: India’s voice for the voiceless . In Mint . Retrieved 14 August 2025
- ↑ Maneka Gandhi’s contribution to Indian politics . In Deccan Herald . Retrieved 14 August 2025