Italian-Indian political wife. The daughter of an industrialist in Turin, straightforward, intelligent and something of an introvert, she met Rajiv Gandhi when they were both students at Cambridge University. It was love at first sight and they married on 2/25/68 in New Delhi. Their son Rahul was born in 1971 and daughter Priyanka in 1972. Sonia was reared in a rigidly traditional household in a small industrial town in northern Italy. She and her two sisters were not allowed to date boys unchaperoned. Yet, when she was 18, she was allowed to go to a language school in Cambridge. In January 1965, she met 20-year-old Rajiv while having lunch with a friend. In spite of their language barrier, their attraction was mutual, intense and permanent. A friend described their relationship as "an overwhelming love story" up to the time of Rajivs death. After they married, Sonia moved to the family home in New Delhi where the different generations lived and ate their meals together. Sonia was content to play the role of the faithful daughter-in-law, the "bahu," running the household, buying clothes for Indira and putting up with Sanjays temper tantrums. Though her mother-in-law, Indira Gandhi, did not approve of her son marrying an Italian, they later became close. Sonia became an Indian citizen on 10/28/1983, giving up her Italian citizenship. Articulate in six languages, she became adept at grass-roots campaigns, feeling that the Indians were her family. Though the household was dominated by politics, Rajiv and Sonia led an apolitical life and avoided the more glamorous end of New Delhi society. Rajiv worked as a pilot for the notoriously incompetent Indian Airlines, where he became known as a stickler for efficiency. When Sanjay died in an air crash in 1980, Rajiv reluctantly had the family destiny thrust upon him though Sonia fought like a tigress to dissuade him from entering politics. When Indira Gandhi was assassinated on 10/31/1984, Rajiv stepped immediately into her shoes as P.M. As the new P.M., Rajiv was optimistic, though utterly unqualified for the job. After Indira Gandhi died on 10/31/1984, it took Sonia literally years to come to terms with the horror of the assassination. She avoided seeing people and often fell silent for long periods. Taking up art restoration as a hobby, she edited the correspondence between Indira and Nehru in two volumes. On 5/21/1991, suddenly and violently, her husband was assassinated. Sonia was offered the post of Party President within 24 hours of her husbands death but she refused due to her dislike of publicity or the limelight and her fear of exposing her family to further risks. She retreated into herself, drawing consolation from her children and her home, which became a shrine to her beloved martyred husband. Her circle became small and closed and she made few public appearances. Her private secretary, Vincent George, became her spokesman. In 1997 she quietly became a member of the Congress Party. Her position is aided by the fact that she looks much like the Nehrus, who are high-caste North Indians, with her dark hair and brown skin. After her husbands death she dedicated her life to raising her son, now 27, and daughter, 26, and to running foundations. She finally agreed to enter politics when party leaders assured her that a "working" president of her choice would take care of day-to-day party work. The election was like no other country had ever seen. There wereRead less
The Ascendant (Lagna) in Vedic astrology represents the self, physical body, personality, and how we interact with the world. It defines our core identity, health, and the first impression we make on others. The sign rising on the eastern horizon at the moment of birth becomes the Ascendant, influencing our temperament and approach to life. Its ruler significantly shapes how we express ourselves a
...Read MoreWhen the Natal Lagna (Ascendant) is in the Cancer sign and specifically in the Ashlesha Nakshatra, the individual tends to exhibit a blend of Cancerian and Ashlesha characteristics. Cancer, ruled by the Moon, is a sign that is deeply emotional, nurturing, and intuitive. People with Cancer Lagna are often empathetic, protective, and value their home and family life. Ashlesha Nakshatra, falling within Cancer, adds a layer of complexity. It is ruled by the serpent deity Naga and is known for its mystical, secretive, and transformative qualities. Individuals with their Lagna in Ashlesha can be shrewd, perceptive, and sometimes manipulative. They may have a deep interest in occult sciences and possess a penetrating insight into human nature. Now, considering the Lagna lord Moon's placement in the 12th house in Gemini and specifically in Ardra Nakshatra: 1. **Lagna Lord in the 12th House**: The Moon being the Lagna lord and placed in the 12th house can indicate a person who is introspective and often involved in behind-the-scenes activities. The 12th house represents foreign lands, spirituality, expenses, and isolation. This placement can lead to a life connected with distant places or foreign countries. It can also indicate a spiritual inclination or a desire for seclusion and introspection. 2. **Moon in Gemini**: Gemini is a sign ruled by Mercury, known for communication, intellect, and versatility. When the Moon is in Gemini, it can make the mind active, curious, and adaptable. The individual may have a strong need to communicate and express their feelings and thoughts. There might be a tendency to overthink or have a fluctuating mind. 3. **Ardra Nakshatra**: Ardra, ruled by the deity Rudra (a form of Shiva), is associated with storms and transformation. It indicates intense emotions and a capacity for profound change. People with the Moon in Ardra can experience emotional turbulence but also have the strength to overcome challenges and transform their lives. They are often intelligent, determined, and capable of deep introspection. **Summary**: A person with Cancer Lagna in Ashlesha Nakshatra and the Lagna lord Moon in the 12th house in Gemini in Ardra Nakshatra tends to be highly intuitive, emotionally complex, and introspective. They may have a strong connection to foreign lands or spiritual pursuits and possess an insightful and adaptive mind. While they might face emotional challenges, they also have the capability for profound personal transformation.
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