Studies in Political Science, Lady Sri Ram College, Delhi University; MA; diploma In Research Methodology, Political Science and Indian Public Administration Institute. Formerly: teacher, Laxmi Bai College, Delhi University; represented Teachers Association in Executive Council and Literacy Council for over 20 years; headed Teachers Cell in All India Congress Committee for three years: Chairperson; elected as Congress Party candidate three times. Former Chair: South Delhi District Development Committee; Delhi Women Commission, promoted rights of women.