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Also Known As Rajiv Ratna Gandhi
Born August 20, 1944 • Mumbai • India
Died May 21, 1991 (aged 46) • India
Title / Office prime minister (1984-1989), India
Political Affiliation Indian National Congress
Notable Family Members spouse Sonia Gandhi • mother Indira Gandhi • daughter Priyanka Gandhi Vadra • son Rahul Gandhi

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