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Vijaya Lakshmi Pandit was the first woman to be appointed as what at the United Nations?

  • Secretary-General

  • 8th President

  • Human Rights Commissioner

  • Special Envoy

Answer

The 8th President of the United Nations General Assembly is the correct answer. Vijaya Lakshmi Pandit, an eminent Indian diplomat and politician, holds the distinction of being the first woman to hold this prestigious position. Her tenure as President spanned from 1953 to 1954, making her a trailblazer for women's leadership at the international level.
Unveiling the Legacy: The Extraordinary Life of Vijaya Lakshmi Pandit

Unveiling the Legacy: The Extraordinary Life of Vijaya Lakshmi Pandit

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