Amrit Kaur
Indian politician (1889–1964) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Rajkumari Dame Bibiji Amrit Kaur (née Ahluwalia) DStJ (2 February 1887 – 6 February 1964) was an Indian activist and politician. Following her long-lasting association with the Indian independence movement, she was appointed the first Health Minister of India in 1947 and remained in office until 1957.[1] She also held the charge of Sports Minister and Urban Development Minister and was instrumental in setting up the National Institute of Sports, Patiala.[2][3] During her tenure, Kaur ushered in several healthcare reforms in India and is widely remembered for her contributions to the sector and her advocacy of women's rights.[4] Kaur was also a member of the Constituent Assembly of India, the body that framed the Constitution of India.[5][6]
Dame Amrit Kaur | |
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Born | (1887-02-02)2 February 1887 |
Died | 6 February 1964(1964-02-06) (aged 75) New Delhi, India |
Organization(s) | St John Ambulance, Tuberculosis Association, Indian Red Cross, All India Institute of Medical Sciences |
Political party | Indian National Congress |
Movement | Indian independence movement |
Minister of Health | |
In office 16 August 1947 – 16 April 1957 | |
Prime Minister | Jawaharlal Nehru |
Preceded by | Post established |
Succeeded by | D. P. Karmakar (as MoS) |
Personal details | |
Parent(s) | Harnam Singh Priscilla Golaknath |