J. L. Nehru

Jawaharlal Nehru was a key figure in India's struggle for independence from British rule and became the country's first Prime Minister after it gained independence in 1947. A close associate of Mahatma Gandhi, Nehru was instrumental in shaping modern India’s political landscape, emphasizing democracy, secularism, and social reforms. He played a significant role in fostering economic development and establishing India as a leader among newly independent nations globally. Nehru was also known for his vision of a self-reliant, industrialized India and was an influential writer, expressing his ideas in works like "The Discovery of India."