The top 10 most powerful people

9. Sonia Gandhi, President (Indian National Congress)
Despite Italian birth, foreign religion (Roman Catholic) and political reluctance, Gandhi wields unequaled influence over 1.2 billion Indians. Recently elected to record fourth term as head of ruling Congress party, cementing status as true heiress to the Nehru-Gandhi political dynasty. Handpicked brainy Sikh economist Manmohan Singh as Prime Minister. Grooming 40-year-old son Rahul for PM role.
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Despite Italian birth, foreign religion (Roman Catholic) and political reluctance, Gandhi wields unequaled influence over 1.2 billion Indians. Recently elected to record fourth term as head of ruling Congress party, cementing status as true heiress to the Nehru-Gandhi political dynasty. Handpicked brainy Sikh economist Manmohan Singh as Prime Minister. Grooming 40-year-old son Rahul for PM role.