<b>Smriti Irani</b>, 38<br />Khatri married to a Parsi<br /><br /><b>This Election</b>: The first-time Rajya Sabha MP from Gujarat lost to Rahul Gandhi in Amethi<br /><br /><b>Journey To Cabinet</b>: From being one of the most popular TV actresses, she has made strides in the party by taking on rival giants. The BJP chose Irani to contest against Kapil Sibal in 2009 and against Rahul this time. Former head of BJP Mahila Morcha, she is now a party vice-president.<br /><br /><b>Previous Ministerial Record</b>: None
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