IFS Day: First woman who cleared CSE and became an IFS officer

Indian Foreign Service Day is observed on October 9 every year. To celebrate the occasion, let’s read about the first woman IFS officer of India.
 

Chonira Belliappa Muthamma made history by becoming the first woman to clear Indian Civil Services exam in 1948, paving the way for future female candidates in civil services.
 

Muthamma was also the first woman to join the Indian Foreign Service (IFS), marking a significant milestone for women in diplomacy and international relations.
 

Born in 1924 in a small village in Karnataka, Muthamma pursued her education in various institutions, eventually earning her postgraduate degree in English literature.
 

Muthamma's success has inspired countless women across India to pursue careers in civil services, breaking gender barriers in a predominantly male field.
 

Muthamma's accomplishments have left a lasting legacy in Indian civil services, encouraging initiatives for gender equality and representation in various government positions.
 

CB Muthamma passed away on October 14, 2009. Her achievements are truly inspiring.

Anna Rajam Malhotra was the first woman to join the Indian Administrative Service (IAS) in 1951.