The queen who sent Rakhi to Humayun was?

Correct option is B

• Rani Karmavati, the queen of Mewar and widow of Rana Sanga, is historically known for sending a Rakhi (sacred thread) to Mughal Emperor Humayun as a plea for protection against Bahadur Shah of Gujarat. This event symbolizes the bond of Raksha Bandhan, where a sister seeks protection from a brother.
• In 1535, when Bahadur Shah attacked Chittorgarh, Rani Karmavati, unable to defend her kingdom alone, sought help from Humayun, despite him being a Mughal ruler. Humayun, honoring the Rakhi, set out to help her, but unfortunately, he could not reach on time. The queen, along with other Rajput women, performed Jauhar to protect their honor.
• This event is often cited as an example of the cultural significance of Rakhi and political alliances in medieval India.

• Rani Karmavati: Widow of Rana Sanga, regent of Mewar during her son Vikramaditya’s rule.
• Raksha Bandhan Significance: The Rakhi sent to Humayun symbolizes the brother-sister bond beyond religion and politics.
• Attack on Chittorgarh: In 1535, Bahadur Shah of Gujarat besieged Chittorgarh.
• Humayun’s Response: He immediately set out to protect Chittor, but he arrived too late.
• Jauhar: Rani Karmavati and the Rajput women performed Jauhar (self-immolation) to avoid capture.
• Humayun’s Later Role: After Karmavati’s death, Humayun defeated Bahadur Shah and restored Chittorgarh to her son.
• Symbol of Unity: The story reflects the historic ties and respect between Hindus and Mughals beyond conflicts.

•  Padmini - Rani Padmini (Padmavati) was the wife of Rana Ratan Singh of Chittor and is known for the Jauhar of 1303 during Alauddin Khilji's attack, but she did not send a Rakhi to Humayun.
•  Hada - "Hada" refers to the Hada Rajput clan, but no specific queen from this clan is linked to sending a Rakhi to Humayun.