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| name          = Rani Lakshmibai {{Verified}}
| name          = Rani Lakshmibai {{Verified}}
| image          = Rani Lakshmibai.jpg
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| image_caption  = Rani Lakshmibai of Jhansi
| image_caption  = Rani Lakshmibai of Jhansi
| birth_date    = {{Birth date|1828|11|19}}
| birth_date    = {{Birth date|1828|11|19}}
| birth_place    = [[Varanasi]], [[British India]]
| birth_place    = Varanasi, British India
| death_date    = {{Death date and age|1858|06|18|1828|11|19}}
| death_date    = {{Death date and age|1858|06|18|1828|11|19}}
| death_place    = [[Gwalior]], [[British India]]
| death_place    = Gwalior, British India
| resting_place  = [[Gwalior]], [[India]]
| resting_place  = Gwalior, India
| nationality    = Indian
| nationality    = Indian
| occupation    = Queen of Jhansi, Freedom Fighter
| occupation    = Queen of Jhansi, Freedom Fighter
| years_active  = 1842–1858
| years_active  = 1842–1858
| known_for      = Role in the [[Indian Rebellion of 1857]]
| known_for      = Role in the 1857 rebellion
| notable_works  = Leadership in 1857 rebellion, legacy of women's bravery
| notable_works  = Leadership in 1857 revolt, legacy of women’s bravery
| awards        = Regarded as a National Heroine of India (posthumous)
| awards        = Regarded as a National Heroine of India (posthumous)
| spouse        = [[Raja Gangadhar Rao]]
| spouse        = Raja Gangadhar Rao
| children      = Damodar Rao (adopted)
| children      = Damodar Rao (adopted)
| children      = None
| parents        = Moropant Tambe (father)
| parents        = Divakar Pandey (father)
| religion      = Hinduism
| religion      = [[Hinduism]]
| age_at_death  = 29
| age_at_death  = 29
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}}'''Rani Lakshmibai''' (19 November 1828 – 18 June 1858), popularly known as the '''Queen of Jhansi''', was a leading figure in the [[Indian Rebellion of 1857]] and is remembered as a symbol of resistance to British colonial rule in India. Her bravery, leadership, and sacrifice made her one of India’s greatest freedom fighters.
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'''Rani Lakshmibai''' (19 November 1828 – 18 June 1858), also known as the '''Queen of Jhansi''', was one of the most prominent leaders of India’s First War of Independence in 1857. Her courage and refusal to submit to British rule made her an enduring symbol of resistance and national pride.


== Early Life ==
== Early Life ==
She was born as '''Manikarnika Tambe''' on 19 November 1828 in Varanasi, into a Marathi Brahmin family. Her father, Moropant Tambe, worked for the Peshwa of Bithoor. She was raised in a manner similar to boys, learning horse riding, sword fighting, and archery.
Born as '''Manikarnika Tambe''' in 1828 in Varanasi, she came from a Marathi Brahmin family. Her father, Moropant Tambe, worked for the Peshwa in Bithoor. She was trained in horse riding, sword fighting, and archery from a young age, reflecting an upbringing that encouraged strength and independence.


== Marriage and Becoming Queen ==
== Marriage and Becoming Queen ==
At the age of 14, she was married to the Maharaja of Jhansi, '''Gangadhar Rao Newalkar''', and was named Lakshmibai. After the Maharaja’s death in 1853, their adopted son Damodar Rao was denied legitimacy by the British under the [[Doctrine of Lapse]], and Jhansi was annexed.
At age 14, she married Maharaja Gangadhar Rao of Jhansi and was renamed Lakshmibai. After the Maharaja’s death in 1853, their adopted son Damodar Rao was denied succession under the Doctrine of Lapse, leading to the annexation of Jhansi by the British.


== Role in the 1857 Rebellion ==
== Role in the 1857 Rebellion ==
Refusing to cede Jhansi, Rani Lakshmibai took charge of the armed resistance. She organized an army of men and women and led a valiant defense of her kingdom against British forces. In March 1858, Jhansi was attacked by Sir Hugh Rose. After fierce fighting, the British captured the fort, but the Rani escaped on horseback with her son.
Lakshmibai refused to surrender Jhansi. She assembled an army, trained both men and women, and defended the kingdom fiercely.
In March 1858, British forces under Sir Hugh Rose laid siege to Jhansi. After an intense battle, she escaped on horseback with her son and continued the fight.


== Death ==
== Death ==
On 18 June 1858, at the age of 29, Rani Lakshmibai died on the battlefield near Gwalior, fighting the British army. Dressed as a soldier, she fought fiercely till the end, becoming a martyr in the struggle for Indian independence.
On 18 June 1858, Rani Lakshmibai was killed in battle near Gwalior at the age of 29. Dressed as a soldier, she fought fearlessly and became a martyr for India’s freedom struggle.


== Legacy ==
== Legacy ==
* Revered as a national heroine and symbol of resistance.
* Celebrated as a national icon of bravery and resistance.
* Remembered through poems like Subhadra Kumari Chauhan's ''Jhansi ki Rani''.
* Immortalized in poetry, including the famous poem “Jhansi ki Rani.” 
* Statues erected in her honor across India.
* Numerous statues and memorials exist across India.
* Indian Navy’s warship ''INS Rani Lakshmibai'' is named after her.
* Her name is honored through educational institutions, roads, forts, and cultural works.
* Her birth anniversary is celebrated as **Balidan Diwas**.
* Her life continues to inspire generations in India and around the world.


== See Also ==
== See Also ==
* [[Indian Rebellion of 1857]]
* Indian Rebellion of 1857
* [[Tatya Tope]]
* Tatya Tope
* [[Mangal Pandey]]
* Mangal Pandey
* [[Bahadur Shah Zafar]]
* Bahadur Shah Zafar


== References ==
== References ==
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