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Essay On RANI LAKSHMI BAI OF JHANSI

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Essay On RANI LAKSHMI BAI OF JHANSI
Essay On RANI LAKSHMI BAI OF JHANSI

Essay On RANI LAKSHMI BAI OF JHANSI

Introduction

Rani Lakshmi Bai of Jhansi was a great patriot. India can never forget her name.

Birth and early life

She was born at Bitur on June 15, 1834. She was named Manu Bai. In her childhood she learnt the use of weapons. She had warlike qualities. She was a clever horse rider and a clever archer.

Her married life

She was married to Raja Ganga Dhar Rao of Jhansi. After marriage she was named Rani Lakshmi Bai. She could not enjoy the pleasures of married life. She became widow after two years of her marriage.

Qurrel with Governor-General

She had no issue. She wished to adopt a son. Lord Dalhausi, the Governor-General of India, did not allow her to do so. He wanted to make Jhansi a part of British India. Lakshmi Bai stood against him. She opposed foreign rule. She refused to obey the orders of Governor-General. She adopted a son and declared herself independent. Nana Sahib, Tantia Tope and Kanwar Singh were waiting for a chance. They joined hands with Rani.

Struggle against British rule

Naya Khan demanded seven lakhs of rupees from the Rani. She sold her ornaments to dispose him off. This traitor joined the British. He again attacked Jhansi. The Rani rose against Naya Khan and the British. She filled the heart of her soldiers with the spirit of heroism. She fought bravely and defeated her enemy.

Death of Tantia Tope

Jhansi was again invaded in 1857. Large armies arrived from England. Rani was asked to surrender, but she did not. The result was that the city was destroyed and captured by the British. But Rani was still firm. At the news of Tantia Tope’s death she said, “So long as there is a drop of blood in my veins and a sword in my hand, no foreigner dare to spoil the sacred land of Jhansi”. Soon after this Lakshmi Bai and Nana Sahib captured Gwalior. But one of her chiefs Dinkar Rao proved traitor. So they had to leave Gwalior.

Her defeat

Now the Rani began to organise a new army. But she had not the time enough to do so. Col. Smith attacked her with a large army. She fought bravely and heroically. She got a very bad wound. So long as she lived, she kept the flag of independence flying.

Conclusion

The Indians lost the First War of Independence. But Rani of Jhansi sowed the seeds of Independence and heroism. India will never forget her name. She is immortal.

Vocabulary

War-like- one who is fond of fighting, Archer- battles, Issue- child, Adopt- to take as one’s own child, Joined hands- got together, गये । Dispose off- to get rid of दूर करना Traitor- rebellion, देशद्रोही। Invaded- attacked, Surrender- yield to others’ power, Enough- sufficient, Independence- freedom, स्वतन्त्रता | Sowed- germinated, बो दिया।

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Anjali Yadav

इस वेब साईट में हम College Subjective Notes सामग्री को रोचक रूप में प्रकट करने की कोशिश कर रहे हैं | हमारा लक्ष्य उन छात्रों को प्रतियोगी परीक्षाओं की सभी किताबें उपलब्ध कराना है जो पैसे ना होने की वजह से इन पुस्तकों को खरीद नहीं पाते हैं और इस वजह से वे परीक्षा में असफल हो जाते हैं और अपने सपनों को पूरे नही कर पाते है, हम चाहते है कि वे सभी छात्र हमारे माध्यम से अपने सपनों को पूरा कर सकें। धन्यवाद..

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