Vijayalakshmi Pandit was the sister of Jawaharlal Nehru, the wife of Ranjit Sitaram Pandit, and the President of the United Nations General Assembly.

Vijayalakshmi Pandit was a member of the Indian National Congress, participated in the Quit India Movement, and was arrested and imprisoned by the British.

Vijayalakshmi Pandit became the President of the United Nations General Assembly in 1953.

Vijayalakshmi Pandit helped to establish the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, promoted the rights of women and children, and worked to resolve international conflicts.

Vijayalakshmi Pandit was a strong advocate for human rights, a pioneer for women in politics, and a respected diplomat.