India’s first woman candidate, Uma Sekhar, elected to Governing Council of UNIDROIT

Current Context: Uma Sekhar has indeed been elected to the Governing Council of the International Institute for the Unification of Private Law (UNIDROIT), based in Rome, Italy.

• This is a historic moment as she is the first Indian woman to achieve this position.
• In the elections held on December 14, 2023, Uma Sekhar secured an impressive 45 out of 59 votes in the first round.
• This victory not only signifies Ms. Sekhar’s individual achievement but also elevates India to a prominent position on the Governing Council for the term spanning 2024-28.
• The election featured a competitive field with 32 contestants, including representatives from influential nations such as the USA, China, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and France.
• Notably, candidates from Russia, the USA, and China failed to secure positions, underscoring the significance of Ms Sekhar’s successful bid for India.

Question:

Q.1 Who is the first Indian woman to be elected to the Governing Council of UNIDROIT?
a. Uma Bharti
b. Uma Sekhar
c. Indira Gandhi
d. Pratibha Patil