Biographical Overview & Key Facts

Subject:

Sirimavo Bandaranaike

Role / Field:

Pioneering stateswoman and the world's first democratically elected female Prime Minister.

Born:

1916-04-17

Died:

2000-10-10

Century / Era:

1916s Historical Era

Database Source:

2Day Chrono-Wiki & Wikipedia CC BY-SA 4.0

Origins & Early Journey

Innovation & Iconic Era

Legacy & Impact

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