The first female Prime Minister of India, serving from 1966 to 1977 and again from 1980 to 1984, was Indira Gandhi. She was the daughter of Jawaharlal Nehru, India's first Prime Minister, and became a key political figure in the Indian National Congress. Indira Gandhi's leadership was marked by significant policy initiatives, including the nationalization of banks and the Green Revolution aimed at boosting agricultural productivity. Her tenure faced challenges, including political controversy and the imposition of a state of emergency from 1975 to 1977. Despite criticism, she played a pivotal role in shaping modern India's political landscape.