Sumitra Mahajan
Politician and 16th Speaker of Lok Sabha
Served as the Speaker of the Lok Sabha from 2014 to 2019, marking a significant period under the Modi administration. Played a key role in parliamentary proceedings, including overseeing legislative discussions and maintaining order during sessions. Participated in various legislative matters and was a member of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). Held positions of prominence within the party and was involved in local and national politics for decades.
Served as the first woman Speaker of Lok Sabha
Represented Indore constituency multiple times
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April 12th, 1883 142 years ago
Died
November 24th, 1959 66 years ago — 76 years old
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April 12th, 1705 320 years ago
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October 17th, 1780 245 years ago — 75 years old
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Canadian actor in Trailer Park Boys
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April 12th, 1946 79 years ago
Died
October 16th, 2017 8 years ago — 71 years old
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Italian violinist and composer
Born
April 12th, 1722 303 years ago
Died
May 7th, 1793 232 years ago — 71 years old
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Italian architect, designed Apostolic Palace
Born
April 12th, 1484 541 years ago
Died
August 3rd, 1546 479 years ago — 62 years old
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Economist, Nobel Prize laureate
Born
April 12th, 1903 122 years ago
Died
June 9th, 1994 31 years ago — 91 years old
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