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First Term as Prime Minister (1966-1977)First Term as Prime Minister (1966-1977)Early Life and Education (1917-1941)Early Life and Education (1917-1941)Main milestonesMain milestonesPolitical Ascent and Early Career (1941-1966)Political Ascent and Early Career (1941-1966)Indira Gandhi and Foreign PolicyIndira Gandhi and Foreign PolicyEconomic Policies Under Indira GandhiEconomic Policies Under Indira GandhiSecond Term as Prime Minister (1980-1984)Second Term as Prime Minister (1980-1984)Indira Gandhi's Personality and Public ImageIndira Gandhi's Personality and Public ImageControversies and Criticisms Surrounding Indira GandhiControversies and Criticisms Surrounding Indira GandhiWilderness Years and Return to Power (1977-1980)Wilderness Years and Return to Power (1977-1980)Relationship with Rajiv GandhiRelationship with Rajiv GandhiRelationship with Sanjay GandhiRelationship with Sanjay Gandhi
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Indira Gandhi - Prime Minister of India (1966–1977, 1980–1984)

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Relationship with Rajiv Gandhi

This timeline examines Indira Gandhi's relationship with her elder son, Rajiv Gandhi, particularly focusing on his entry into politics after Sanjay's death and his subsequent role as her successor.
Rajiv's Birth
1944
Rajiv Gandhi was born, the elder son of Indira and Feroze Gandhi. Unlike Sanjay, Rajiv initially showed little interest in politics.
Rajiv's Career as a Pilot
Up to 1980
Rajiv Gandhi pursued a career as a commercial pilot for Indian Airlines. He largely stayed away from politics until the death of his brother, Sanjay.
Entry into Politics
1980
Following Sanjay Gandhi's death, Indira Gandhi persuaded Rajiv to enter politics. He contested and won the by-election from Amethi, Sanjay's former constituency.
Rajiv's Political Ascent
1980-1984
Rajiv Gandhi quickly rose through the ranks of the Congress Party. He became a key advisor to Indira Gandhi and gained experience in government administration.
Succession as Prime Minister
October 31, 1984
Following Indira Gandhi's assassination, Rajiv Gandhi was appointed as the Prime Minister of India. He led the Congress Party to a landslide victory in the subsequent general elections.

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