Indira Gandhi

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Across
  1. 3. The state of being treated the same, regardless of differences. Indira’s "Garibi Hatao" campaign aimed to address inequality and uplift the marginalized.
  2. 4. Something that sparks debate or disagreement. Her declaration of the Emergency is still one of the most controversial events in Indian political history.
  3. 6. A skilled and respected female political leader. Indira Gandhi was hailed as a global stateswoman for her role in the Bangladesh Liberation War.
  4. 10. Impossible to defeat or discourage. Indira Gandhi’s indomitable spirit was evident in her ability to persevere through political and personal challenges.
  5. 11. To divide opinions or create opposing sides. Indira’s leadership often polarized people, with some admiring her decisiveness and others critiquing her centralization of power.
  6. 15. A change or improvement made to a system or policy. Indira’s economic reforms, like bank nationalization, aimed to reshape India’s financial landscape.
  7. 16. The ability to understand and share someone else’s feelings. Despite her tough persona, moments of empathy for India’s poor defined some of Indira’s policies.
  8. 17. A significant change or transformation. The Green Revolution under Indira’s leadership turned India into an agricultural powerhouse.
  9. 18. The power to make decisions and enforce rules. Indira Gandhi’s authority was both admired for its decisiveness and critiqued for its centralization.
  10. 19. A magnetic charm or presence that captivates others. Indira Gandhi’s charisma made her a leader people couldn’t ignore, whether they loved or critiqued her.
  11. 20. The ability to recover quickly from setbacks. Think of it as a mental superpower, like how Indira bounced back from criticism and personal tragedies to lead India with determination.
Down
  1. 1. The ability to guide and inspire others. Indira Gandhi’s leadership style was a mix of decisiveness, charisma, and sometimes, controversy.
  2. 2. The process of transferring private assets to government control. Indira’s nationalization of banks was a bold move aimed at boosting India’s economy.
  3. 5. The ability to imagine and plan for a better future. Indira’s vision for India included modernizing agriculture and asserting the nation’s independence globally.
  4. 7. Resistance or dissent, often from political rivals. Indira faced fierce opposition during and after the Emergency, testing her resilience as a leader.
  5. 8. The skill of handling sensitive situations with tact and strategy. Indira’s diplomatic prowess was on full display during the Bangladesh Liberation War.
  6. 9. The lasting impact or contributions someone leaves behind, shaping how they’re remembered. Indira Gandhi’s legacy includes both her bold reforms and controversial decisions, influencing how future leaders govern.
  7. 12. The state of being free from control or influence. Indira’s upbringing in a family fighting for India’s independence deeply influenced her values and decisions.
  8. 13. A period of extraordinary measures or restrictions during a crisis. In India, "the Emergency" refers to the controversial 21-month period under Indira Gandhi’s rule when civil liberties were curtailed.
  9. 14. To give someone the tools or confidence to take control of their situation. Indira aimed to empower India’s poor through her policies and reforms.