​What was the birthplace of Rani Laxmibai, one of the freedom fighters of the First War of Independence of 1857?

Correct option is C

The correct answer is (c) Varanasi

Explanation:

• Rani Lakshmibai, the valiant queen of Jhansi and a prominent figure in the First War of Indian Independence (1857), was born in Varanasi on 19th November 1828.
• Her birth name was Manikarnika Tambe. She later became the Queen of Jhansi after her marriage to Maharaja Gangadhar Rao.

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Rani Lakshmibai:

• Marriage: Married Maharaja Gangadhar Rao of Jhansi in 1842; became Rani Lakshmibai.
• Doctrine of Lapse: After her husband's death in 1853, British refused to recognize her adopted son, leading to the annexation of Jhansi.

Role in Revolt of 1857

• Key leader in the First War of Independence.
• Famous declaration: “Main apni Jhansi nahi doongi.”
• March 1858: Defended Jhansi valiantly against Sir Hugh Rose.
• Escaped to Kalpi, later fought at Gwalior with Tatya Tope and Nana Saheb.
• Died on June 18, 1858, in the Battle of Gwalior.

Legacy:

• Referred to by the British as “the most dangerous Indian leader.”

Leaders of the Revolt of 1857