Question

Who among the following was the minister for Health in Independent India’s first ministry?

• A. Sardar Patel
• B. Rajkumari Amrit Kaur
• C. Maulana Abul Kalam Azad
• D. Jagjivan Ram

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

In Independent India's first ministry, under Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru, Rajkumari Amrit Kaur was appointed as the minister for Health. She was a prominent figure in the Indian independence movement and played a key role in the country's healthcare development. Here is a breakdown of the options: 

• Sardar Patel: He served as the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Home Affairs.
• Rajkumari Amrit Kaur: Correct answer; she served as the Health Minister.
• Maulana Abul Kalam Azad: He was the Minister of Education.
• Jagjivan Ram: He served as the Minister of Labour.

Rajkumari Amrit Kaur's contributions as Health Minister included establishing the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) and promoting efforts to combat diseases like tuberculosis and malaria.

Answer 2

Rajkumari Amrit Kaur was the first Health Minister of independent India. She played a pivotal role in the establishment of the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) and was an active advocate for healthcare reform and women’s rights. Her contributions laid the foundation for modern healthcare policies in India.