Books & Author 21 August 2026
Sonia Gandhi's Memoir 'Belonging: A Journey of Love' to be Published in November 2026
Why in the News?
Senior Congress leader and Rajya Sabha MP Sonia Gandhi's memoir, titled 'Belonging: A Journey of Love', is set to be published globally on November 10, 2026.
Key Features / Major Points:
Publisher: The book is being published by the renowned publishing house Alfred A. Knopf.
Core Theme: The memoir by the 79-year-old leader delves into her family's humanity, personal triumphs, tragedy, and six decades of social and political evolution in India.
Key Moments: Begins in 1965 at Cambridge where she met Rajiv Gandhi, followed by her journey to India, her relationship with Indira Gandhi, embracing Indian culture, and her decision to decline the Prime Ministership in 2004.
Leadership Record: Sonia Gandhi holds the record for being the longest-serving President of the Indian National Congress (INC).
Static GK Facts:
Indian National Congress (INC): Established Year: 1885 (Bombay) | Founder: Allan Octavian Hume (A.O. Hume) | First President: Womesh Chandra Bonnerjee.
Alfred A. Knopf: A prominent American publishing house founded in 1915, now part of Penguin Random House.
One-Liner Quiz (All Competitive Exams):
Q: What is the title of Sonia Gandhi's upcoming memoir set to release in November 2026?
A: Belonging : A Journey of Love
Q: Which publishing house is publishing Sonia Gandhi's memoir?
A: Alfred A. Knopf
Q: Who was the longest-serving President of the Indian National Congress?
A: Sonia Gandhi