Jul 12, 2023, 08:34 PM IST

Rani Durgavati to Rani Tarabai: Queens that bravely fought against Mughals

Mahipal Chouhan

While there were several notable queens who opposed the Mughals, here are a few prominent examples:

Rani Durgavati (1524-1564) was the queen of Gondwana, a kingdom in central India. She is best known for her defense of the fort of Chauragarh against the Mughal emperor Akbar. She was killed in battle, but her courage and defiance inspired many others to resist the Mughals.

Chand Bibi (1550-1599) was the queen of Ahmednagar, a kingdom in western India. She was a skilled warrior and military leader, and she led her forces against the Mughals on several occasions. She was killed in battle, but her legacy is one of courage and determination.

Rani Tarabai (1675-1761) was the queen of the Maratha Empire. She was the widow of Sambhaji, the second Maratha Chhatrapati (emperor). She led the Marathas in a long and bloody struggle against the Mughals. She was eventually defeated, but she is remembered as a symbol of Maratha resistance.

Ahilyabai Holkar (1725-1795) was the queen of the Maratha state of Indore. She was a skilled administrator and diplomat, and she is credited with greatly expanding the power and influence of Indore. She was also a patron of the arts and architecture, and she is responsible for many of the beautiful temples and palaces that can still be seen in Indore today.

Keladi Chenamma (1678-1696) was the queen of the Keladi Nayaka kingdom in Karnataka. She was a skilled warrior and administrator, and she led her forces against the Mughals on several occasions. She was eventually defeated, but she is remembered as a symbol of Keladi resistance.

Jijabai (1598-1674) was the mother of Shivaji, the founder of the Maratha Empire. She was a skilled administrator and diplomat, and she played a key role in the early development of the Maratha state. She is also remembered for her strong religious beliefs and her commitment to education.

Rani Roopmati: Rani Roopmati was a queen of Mandu (in present-day Madhya Pradesh) during the 16th century. When Mandu was attacked by Mughal forces under Emperor Akbar, Rani Roopmati valiantly defended her kingdom.

These are just a few more of the many queens who fought against the Mughals in India. Their courage and determination helped to preserve their kingdoms and their cultures, and they are an inspiration to women all over the world.

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