The first woman in Indian history to be nominated as a member of the Rajya Sabha (the upper house of India's Parliament) was Rukmini Devi Arundale. She was not only a renowned Indian dancer but also a theosophist, choreographer, and activist. Rukmini Devi Arundale made significant contributions to the revival of Bharatanatyam, a classical Indian dance form, and her nomination to the Rajya Sabha was a testament to her influence and contribution to the cultural and artistic heritage of India.

1. Nipun Bharat Mission is being implemented by the Ministry of Education.

2. This initiative is being launched as a part of NEP (National Education Policy) 2020.

3. The policy aims to pave the way for transformational reforms in the school and higher education systems in the country. This policy replaced the 34-year-old National Policy on Education (NPE), 1986.